Please join us for Colors of Connection: Rooted and Rising, on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Skirball Cultural Center. This year’s theme reflects LA Commons’ commitment to investing in neighborhoods, fostering opportunity, and building foundations that support thriving communities across Los Angeles, from advancing cultural preservation to the official state designation of South LA as a Black Cultural District.
The evening will also honor acclaimed artist Lauren Halsey, community advocate and entrepreneur Prophet Walker, and philanthropic leader Dr. Robert K. Ross for their transformative impact on arts, culture, and community in Los Angeles.
Prophet Walker
Entrepreneur and Founder
Treehouse Co-Living
Lauren Halsey
Artist
Dr. Robert K. Ross
President and CEO, Retired
The California Endowment
Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell
Los Angeles County 2nd District
Pamela Bright-Moon
CEO Moon Global Studios / LA County Arts Commissioner
Carolyn Hull
President and CEO, CM Hull Strategic Advisors
Monique Lawshe
CEO, HFL LLC
Julia Meltzer
Founding Director and Senior Advisor, Clockshop
V. Joy Simmons, MD
Karim Webb
Entrepreneurial Activist
Patricia Wyatt
President and CEO, Japanese American Cultural & Community Center
RSVP and AD Deadline:
Monday, September 14th, 2026