Illumination Foundation | Disrupting The Cycle of Homelessness

Every person has an intrinsic right to home, health, and dignity.

Our mission is to disrupt the cycle of homelessness in Southern California by providing a comprehensive safety net of client-centered services for the most vulnerable individuals, families, and children.

Help us disrupt the cycle of homelessness in Southern California.

Join Illumination Foundation as we serve over 3,000 individuals and families daily with integrated housing and healthcare services. This is only possible thanks to our dedicated community of donors, partners, staff, and volunteers. You can support us with a donation to Illumination Foundation today!

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Upcoming events

Carnival For Kids

Saturday, July 12, 2025
Heritage Museum, 3101 W Harvard St, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Be a part of a fun-filled event that brings joy to children and families in Illumination Health + Home programs and our community.
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Sips of Gratitude

Sunday, September 14, 2025
The Viv Hotel, 1601 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805
Celebrating those who helped us disrupt the cycle of homelessness.

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Women's Philanthropy Luncheon

Friday, November 7, 2025
VEA Newport Beach, 900 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Join us as we highlight stories of strength and resiliency, and celebrate some incredible women that support Illumination Health + Home.
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Read Our Latest Blog Post!

Learn more on how we can empower a brighter future for families in need.
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2023 Impact Report

Read more about the Impact Illumination Foundation is making throughout our community.
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Illumination Foundation's Housing, Healthcare and Other Services:

Shelter & Navigation

Our Shelter and Navigation Centers serve the most vulnerable homeless individuals in Orange County, Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire including families and children. Clients are able to stay in the shelters 24 hours a day.

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Medical Respite
& Recup

Our Recuperative Care Centers provide recovery and stabilization for medically vulnerable individuals exiting hospitals and experiencing homelessness.

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Healthcare

We work with clients in all of our programs to ensure they receive the wrap around services needed to continue on a path to stability and permanent housing.

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Housing

We provide emergency housing and micro-communities combined with comprehensive wraparound services such as case management and counseling for long-term housing stability and a connection to permanent housing.

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Latest News & Upcoming Events

Learn more about how Illumination Foundation is disrupting the cycle of homelessness through healthcare and housing.

Korina's Story

Korina found herself and her three daughters Jessica, Jideha, and Naomi homeless and completely overwhelmed. They had fled abuse and left their home with nothing but their backpacks and Korina’s savings. Many of the shelters had no openings but they kept looking. Click here to read their full story →