Healing • Restoration • Community

Healing, restoration, and education for communities across Los Angeles.

Golden Days L.A. Foundation is a California nonprofit public benefit organization dedicated to healing, restoration, and education for communities impacted by trauma, violence, incarceration, and aging-related challenges.

Mission
Healing
Trauma-informed and restorative education.
Approach
Restoration
Dignity, accountability, and reconnection.
Focus
Community
Serving Los Angeles through education and support.
Trauma-informed education
Workshops and group learning focused on trauma awareness, resilience, and healthy coping strategies.
Restorative programming
Facilitated circles, peer support, and healing-centered discussions rooted in accountability and reconciliation.
Reentry & life transition support
Educational programming that supports reentry, aging, and major life transitions through skill-building and connection.
Violence prevention education
Community-centered learning rooted in lived experience, empathy, accountability, and non-violent pathways.
✨ Mission Statement

Healing, restoration, and education rooted in dignity

Golden Days L.A. Foundation is a California nonprofit public benefit organization dedicated to healing, restoration, and education for communities impacted by trauma, violence, incarceration, and aging-related challenges.

What we do

We provide trauma-informed, restorative, and educational programming that supports seniors, formerly incarcerated individuals, and others navigating life transitions—helping individuals reconnect with purpose, dignity, and community.

Important note
Golden Days L.A. Foundation does not provide housing, scholarships, or direct financial grants to individuals. All services are delivered through educational and programmatic activities.
How we serve
  • Trauma-informed education and skill-building
  • Restorative and healing-centered community programming
  • Support for reentry, aging, and major life transitions
  • Violence prevention and community education
✨ Who We Serve

Serving adults and families navigating trauma, transition, and isolation

Our programs serve adults in the greater Los Angeles area through inclusive, community-based educational programming.

Participant communities
  • Seniors experiencing isolation, loss, or life transitions
  • Formerly incarcerated individuals seeking restoration, healing, and reintegration
  • Individuals and families impacted by violence, trauma, or systemic disruption
Inclusive access

Programs are open to eligible participants without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, or political affiliation.

✨ Our Programs

Community-based educational and restorative services

Golden Days L.A. Foundation delivers programmatic services designed to support healing, resilience, accountability, and life transition.

Trauma-Informed Education
Workshops and group learning experiences that address trauma awareness, emotional resilience, conflict resolution, and healthy coping strategies.
Restorative & Healing-Centered Programming
Facilitated circles, peer support groups, and guided discussions focused on accountability, forgiveness, reconciliation, and breaking cycles of generational trauma.
Reentry & Life Transition Support
Educational programming designed to support individuals navigating reentry, aging, or major life changes through skill-building, reflection, and community connection.
Violence Prevention & Community Education
Programs rooted in lived experience that promote empathy, accountability, and non-violent pathways for individuals and communities.
Golden Days L.A. Foundation does not provide housing, scholarships, or direct financial grants to individuals. All services are delivered through educational and programmatic activities.
✨ Our Impact

Shaped by lived experience and a commitment to transformation

Golden Days L.A. Foundation is rooted in the belief that healing is possible, cycles can be broken, and communities can be restored.

Founder story

Our founder, Dr. Rhonda Robinson-Batiste, is a survivor of violent crime in Los Angeles. Her journey—including participation in restorative processes with her female offender—demonstrates the power of accountability, forgiveness, and healing in preventing future violence.

What informs our work
  • Healing is possible
  • Cycles of trauma and violence can be broken
  • Restoration requires dignity, accountability, and community
✨ How We Select Participants

Clear, fair, and mission-aligned selection

Participants are selected based on program alignment, need, readiness, and available space.

Selection criteria
  • Alignment with program focus areas
  • Demonstrated need for trauma-informed or restorative education
  • Readiness and willingness to participate in program activities
  • Availability of program space
Fairness commitment

No individual is selected based on donations, personal relationships, or insider status.

✨ Our Values

The principles that guide our work

Our programming is shaped by dignity, accountability, inclusion, and community restoration.

Dignity & Respect
Every person matters.
Accountability
Healing includes responsibility.
Equity & Access
Programs are open and inclusive.
Community Restoration
Transformation benefits everyone.
✨ Governance & Transparency

Committed to ethical stewardship and public trust

Golden Days L.A. Foundation is governed by an independent Board of Directors and operates with transparency and accountability.

We operate in accordance with
  • IRS Section 501(c)(3) requirements
  • Conflict of Interest safeguards
  • Public charity accountability standards
Our commitment

We are committed to transparency, ethical governance, and responsible stewardship of resources.

✨ Support Our Work

Help expand healing-centered education across Los Angeles

Golden Days L.A. Foundation relies on public contributions, foundation and community grants, and mission-aligned partnerships.

Your support helps us grow
  • Public contributions
  • Foundation and community grants
  • Mission-aligned partnerships
Golden Days L.A. Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Get involved

Your support helps expand healing-centered education and restorative programming across Los Angeles.

✨ Contact Us

Connect with Golden Days L.A. Foundation

Reach out to learn more about our mission, community programming, partnerships, or support opportunities.

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Golden Days L.A. Foundation
Los Angeles, California
Email: info@goldendaysla.org