Hollywood Power Players (Like Bela Bajaria and Richard Weitz) Toast Honorees David Nevins and Peter Friedlander at Milestone Saban Clinic Gala
Saban Community Clinic’s 50th anniversary gala raised $2.2 million for its healthcare services across Los Angeles, which are available to anyone who comes through its doors. The event also honoured Amazon MGM Studios executive Peter Friedlander and former Showtime chief David Nevins, bringing together entertainment figures to support the clinic as it prepares to expand.
WME co-chair Richard Weitz praised fellow event chair Bela Bajaria, recently ousted as Netflix’s chief content officer, prompting a standing ovation. Speakers highlighted concerns about healthcare access, including cuts to programmes such as Medicaid and changes that may make immigrant families afraid to seek care. The clinic operates seven sites and plans a new 12,000-square-foot centre in the Crenshaw corridor.
In short
- The gala raised $2.2 million for Saban Community Clinic.
- Peter Friedlander and David Nevins were honoured.
- Bela Bajaria received a standing ovation.
Explained simply
Saban Community Clinic is a non-profit healthcare provider with seven sites across Los Angeles. It offers care to people who come through its doors, including those who may have difficulty accessing other services.
The clinic serves communities facing barriers to healthcare, including low-income and immigrant families. Changes to public programmes such as Medicaid, and concerns about immigration rules, can affect whether people can afford care or feel safe seeking it.
The clinic is planning a new centre in the Crenshaw corridor as it expands its services. Entertainment industry figures have supported its work through fundraising and public events.