The Annenberg Foundation

07/28/2025

With deeply heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Wallis Annenberg – a true visionary and spirited innovator who forged her own groundbreaking philanthropic path for the good of others.

06/28/2025

Yesterday, three majestic elephants from The Great Elephant Migration were placed atop the Annenberg Wildlife Crossing, symbolizing their arrival at the finish line in LA after a cross-country journey. Later on, all 100 elephants arrived in Beverly Hills for a special celebration at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, honoring this powerful project and its mission of awareness around human-wildlife coexistence and conservation.

Congratulations to The Great Elephant Migration team on reaching this incredible milestone, and thank you for inspiring us all to cherish our natural world.

06/25/2025

The Annenberg Wildlife Crossing is one step closer to reconnecting a biodiversity hotspot! The final phase begins next month, linking the bridge over the 101 to the surrounding habitat – a vital connection for the future of Southern California’s wildlife: http://bit.ly/441rU68. These artist renderings show how the tunnel over Agoura Road will look when the crossing is completed in 2026.

06/19/2025

05/26/2025

We remember and honor our fallen heroes this Memorial Day. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication will never be forgotten.

05/23/2025

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Sebastião Salgado, one of the world’s most visionary documentary photographers. Wallis Annenberg was determined to bring his exemplary photography to LA and was honored to be the lead supporter on Amazônia, his immersive exhibition at the California Science Center, which brought urgent attention to the people and ecosystems of the rainforest.

05/21/2025

📸 Fifteen years.

Fifteen years of stories told through a lens.
Of young artists finding their voice – and using it.
Of creativity nurtured, identities explored, and futures imagined.

Las Fotos Project has spent a decade and a half creating space for young people to express themselves through photography, and the impact is undeniable – real empowerment, mentorship, and inspiration.

This reel captures just a glimpse of what that legacy looks like.

The Annenberg Foundation is honored to support this amazing organization and celebrate this milestone alongside them.

Here’s to 15 years of vision, and many more still to come. 💫

05/15/2025

We’re proud to support Las Fotos Project as they throw the Ultimate Quince – and you’re invited! A quinceañera is more than a celebration, it’s a powerful rite of passage, honoring transformation, heritage, and hope for the future. In 2025, Las Fotos Project reaches its own milestone: 15 years of empowering over 2,000 young artists to explore their identity and tell their stories through photography.

This year’s celebration honors not only the youth they serve, but the remarkable journey of Las Fotos Project itself – its growth in leadership, vision, and creative impact. As longtime supporters of their mission, we’re thrilled to be part of this bold, joyful, and unforgettable night.

Here’s to 15 years, and the many more to come.

05/12/2025

🦆 This weekend, we had the privilege of attending the International Bird Rescue Los Angeles Wildlife Center Open House, a rare opportunity to step inside this inspiring wildlife clinic.

With the current Brown Pelican crisis affecting our coast, International Bird Rescue is working tirelessly to treat and rehabilitate these iconic seabirds. The Open House offered a firsthand look at the care and expertise behind their lifesaving efforts – from educational stations for kids to expert talks that inspired guests of all ages.

As a proud supporter of International Bird Rescue, we’re honored to uplift their work and share this glimpse into their vital mission.

🎥 Watch the reel to go behind the scenes with the team helping California’s wildlife soar again.

05/10/2025

Think dire wolves are just fantasy? Think again. This Tuesday, May 13 at 6:30 PM, Join explore.org’s Charles Annenberg Weingarten for a bold panel at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County that unpacks myth vs. fact about dire wolves, and what science says about de-extinction.

The event at the NHM Commons Theater will feature insights from the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum’s Dr. Emily Lindsey, the Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology’s Dr. Mairin Balisi, and USC Computational Biology’s Jazlyn Mooney, as well as offer after-hours museum access! RSVP today – space is limited: https://bit.ly/43nvc38.

05/05/2025

Congratulations to AnnenbergTech and Senior Program Officer Calvin Selth on being named a Power100 Allocator by Blueprint Capital Advisors! Calvin and the AnnenbergTech team are a driving force for increasing access to capital, fostering talent, and strengthening L.A.’s innovation ecosystem through initiatives like , the Young Innovators Accelerator, and the Venture Capital Fellowship.

AnnenbergTech and Calvin’s leadership, vision, and deep commitment to inclusive growth have helped make these programs not only possible, but transformative for Angelenos across the region. Congratulations to Calvin and the entire AnnenbergTech team on this well-deserved recognition.

05/02/2025

“Inspired by its history as a neighborhood Post Office, The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts was created to be a gathering place where people from throughout Los Angeles could come together, and work together, around the arts. This year, we are coming together, and working together, for those who need it most.”
– Wallis Annenberg

Last night wasn’t about red carpets – it was about resilience. “The Wallis Delivers: A Benefit Evening to Support Wildfire Recovery” brought the community together to aid those impacted by the Eaton and Palisades fires. Hosted by Jane Fonda, the evening honored the strength of Los Angeles and the power of the arts to heal, with musical performances by Jon Batiste and Kristen Bell, and special remarks by Bob Iger and Willow Bay.

Wallis Annenberg was recognized for her extraordinary philanthropic leadership in wildfire recovery efforts and beyond. A special congratulations to Dominic Ng, recipient of the inaugural Wallis Icon Award, and deep thanks to all who have supported wildfire relief this year.