Thousands walk in fundraiser to house the homeless
November 7, 2009 | 6:22
pm
At least 5,000 people took a stand against homelessness today by participating in United Way's third annual HomeWalk.
The 5K walk, which raises money for housing, took place in the Exposition Park area. Mobile billboards along the route displayed statistics about homelessness and stories about people United Way has helped.
Proceeds from the walk go toward a variety of programs to provide short-term rental subsidies and permanent housing to the homeless.
Today's event drew 1,000 more participants than last year, said Christine Marge, director of housing and health for United Way of Greater Los Angeles.
-- Ruben Vives
