The El Sereno Community Land Trust is a democratically run organization.
Unlike most nonprofits and government agencies, our residents and community members guide our work.
Our staff follows the strategy decided on by an assembly of tenants, community residents, board members, and staff. We are in the process of building our strategic plan, out in Spring 2026.
We believe all residents should have a say in how their housing is run.
All residents of ESCLT have the right to vote on matters that affect them.
Board membership
Our board membership is structured to make sure our tenants and community residents always have a say in governing matters. One third of our board is nominated by tenants, and another third is nominated by general members, and the final third of membership is open to public members of the community we feel can help advance the mission of El Sereno CLT.
General Membership
General membership is open to the community at large and has certain guidelines. With few exceptions, you need to be a resident of El Sereno or the surrounding area, be an adult, and most importantly, agree with our mission and vision as an organization.
General members have the right to vote on matters affecting our community and participate in committees to help advance the work of El Sereno CLT.
Become a member
The El Sereno Community Land Trust is a membership organization dedicated to preventing displacement and making housing affordable for future generations.
Become a part of an ecosystem striving to build and restore the ecological and social fabric of these lands
Encounter and organize with great allies and members from our own community
Become a decision maker in the work of the El Sereno CLT
Membership requirements
Board and general members meet every third Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm.
Members pay a modest fee of $10 per year or can exchange some of their time volunteering instead of paying
If you wish to become a member, please review our mission and vision, and if you find you align with both please contact us for next steps
