Empowering Communities for a Just Future
LIVE FREE California is the California affiliate of LIVE FREE USA, a national faith-rooted network working to end gun violence, mass incarceration, and the criminalization of Black and brown communities. We carry that mission across California through statewide organizing, faith leadership, reparations advocacy, economic power building, and community violence intervention.
Our Mission and Vision
Our mission is to organize faith leaders, impacted families, and community partners to reduce violence, advance justice, and build lasting power for Black Californians. We work to create communities where safety is not defined by punishment, but by healing, opportunity, accountability, and care.
Our Journey Through Time
Grounded in faith and led by Black communities, LIVE FREE California organizes people, resources, and institutions to advance healing, safety, opportunity, and community power throughout the state. Our work reaches congregations, community organizations, systems-impacted leaders, young people, and the Black migrant community across California.
Our Vision for the Future
We envision a world where every individual can live free, with dignity, safety, and the power to shape their own destiny. Our vision is one where communities are not only safe but are thriving hubs of opportunity and innovation. We strive for a society where justice is restorative, not punitive, and where every person has access to the resources they need to lead fulfilling lives.
Our future is one where democracy is vibrant and inclusive, where every voice is heard, and every vote counts. We are committed to building a future where systemic barriers are dismantled, and all people have the opportunity to participate fully in civic life. Together, we can create a world where freedom and opportunity are accessible to all.
Our Impact
$67+ million
Communities Transformed
Secured for community safety, healing, and housing initiatives, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable community development.
19,000+
Advocacy Actions
Advocacy actions taken to influence public policy, showcasing our dedication to civic engagement and democratic participation.
%
Violence Reduction
Reductions in shootings and homicides in areas where prevention strategies were implemented, highlighting the effectiveness of community-led solutions.
Join Us in Building a Safer Future
Support the mission of Live Free USA by joining our movement. Whether you volunteer your time, donate resources, or help spread our message, your contribution is vital. Together, we can create a world where justice, democracy, and community safety are not just ideals, but realities. Stand with us to ensure all people can live free and empowered. Your action today can shape a better tomorrow.