Physicians for Social Responsibility

The organization’s stated mission is to protect public health from nuclear threats and environmental toxins. Its website describes a broader vision of a democratic, equitable, and just society, and identifies ending environmental racism, building futures beyond fossil fuels, abolishing nuclear threats, and creating healthy, green economies as priorities.

In 2024, PSR-LA reported work that included supporting passage of SB 1137, which prohibits new oil wells within 3,200 feet of sensitive sites; advancing nuclear abolition through the Back from the Brink campaign; and supporting efforts that helped secure $521 million for California’s Equitable Building Decarbonization Program.

The 2024 grants listed in its filing were designated for air and climate justice. Among the grantees, Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs describes its mission as empowering and catalyzing social and environmental projects. Esperanza Community Housing Corporation describes its work as comprehensive community development in South Central Los Angeles, including affordable housing. Black Women for Wellness says it works to enhance the health and well-being of African American and Black women and girls. Pacoima Beautiful describes itself as a grassroots environmental justice organization working on education, local policy, and arts and culture. Communities for a Better Environment says it organizes in communities of color and low-income communities to prevent pollution and advance environmental health and justice. Just Transition Alliance describes its mission as helping communities and workers transition from unsafe workplaces and environments to healthy communities and a sustainable economy.