activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 4
- Development and Management of Affordable Housing Properties Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportDevelops and operates permanent supportive and interim housing sites, including Project Homekey developments and new constructions; manages over 200 properties with property maintenance and asset management services. Recent developments include Timothy House, Alvarado & Temple Apartments, Willow Tree, and Las Palmas Apartments.
- Grant Funding for Accessibility Improvements in Interim HousingProvides grant funding to interim housing providers for construction projects that improve accessibility for people with disabilities, administered through targeted Requests for Applications.
- In-Home Caregiving Pilot ProgramOperated a pilot program providing in-home caregiving support to older adults with high health needs to enable aging in place and prevent housing displacement.
- Supportive and Permanent Housing Placement Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportSecures individual apartments, blocks of units, and entire buildings across multiple counties including San Francisco, San Diego, and Los Angeles; provides housing placement, move-in assistance, rental subsidies, and ongoing tenancy support through programs like the Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool. Has housed over 19,000 people to date, with an average of 200 individuals and families moved into permanent housing each month.
capacity building · 3
- Integrated Support Services for High-Risk Populations Homeless Health Navigation & Care AccessDelivers housing, case management, and job training through the Breaking Barriers program for adults on felony probation, integrating housing stability with rehabilitation and workforce readiness.
- Supportive Housing Partnerships and Network CoordinationCollaborates with nearly 80 agency partners to deliver supportive housing services after housing placement, ensuring continuity of care and service coordination for individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Third-Party Administration and Funding of Supportive Housing Services Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportActs as a third-party administrator for government-funded housing initiatives by issuing Requests for Applications (RFAs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), awarding grants, and executing contracts with housing providers to expand access to interim and supportive housing. Includes management of the Interim Housing Accessibility Improvement Fund in partnership with L.A. Care and Health Net.
strategies · 9
how they think
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- Creative and Customized Housing Placement creative_housing_placementWe use customized account management and creative strategies to match individuals—especially those with complex needs—to housing by aligning tenant needs with property providers, streamlining rental processes, and leveraging landlord partnerships.
- Cross-Sector Collaboration for Supportive Housing cross-sector_collaborationWe build partnerships across government, health care, and real estate sectors to develop and sustain supportive housing solutions that expand access and improve outcomes.
- Dedicated Case Management for Housing Coordination housing_first_with_case_managementWe deploy dedicated Housing Coordinators to provide individualized support, connect clients to housing and services, and ensure continuity of care throughout the housing journey.
- Flexible Housing Subsidy Model flexible_housing_subsidyWe use a Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool to overcome financial barriers by providing rent subsidies, landlord incentives, and tenancy supports, enabling individuals to access and maintain housing in the community.
- Housing First with Supportive Services housing-first_with_supportive_servicesWe prioritize immediate access to permanent housing without preconditions, combined with voluntary supportive services, to promote housing stability and long-term well-being for individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Person-Centered Housing Retention person-centered_housing_retentionWe apply a person-centered approach to support smooth transitions into housing and ensure long-term tenancy through individualized case management, move-in coordination, and ongoing support tailored to each participant’s needs.
- Person-Centered Supportive Housing Rooted in Disability Rights person-centered supportive housingWe design supportive housing using a person-centered model informed by the disability rights movement, ensuring autonomy, dignity, and self-determination in the least restrictive setting.
- Targeted Infrastructure Investment targeted infrastructure fundingWe use targeted grant funding to adapt interim housing facilities to meet accessibility needs, ensuring equitable access for people with disabilities experiencing homelessness.
- Third-Party Fund Administration third-party fund administrationWe administer public funding opportunities as a neutral third party, using RFAs and RFPs to distribute resources for interim and supportive housing programs.
named programs · 16
what they call their work
Alvarado & Temple Apartments
Project Homekey development providing 66 apartments for people and families experiencing homelessness in Echo Park
Breaking Barriers
Housing, employment support, and wrap-around services for justice-impacted individuals and families in LA County
Capital Improvement Intermediary Program (CIIP)
Housing intermediary and development team managing capital improvements for interim and supportive housing projects
Case Management
Provides intensive case management services to vulnerable individuals and families in combination with subsidized housing.
Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool (FHSP)
Nationally recognized rent subsidy program that combines rental subsidies, landlord engagement, tenant/landlord matching, and ongoing tenancy supports to house thousands of people exiting homelessness annually in Los Angeles County
Homekey Harbor City
Permanent supportive housing development converting a former Motel 6 into housing for people transitioning out of homelessness
Housing Development
Acquires and constructs properties for conversion to supportive housing, interim housing, multi-family housing, or residential care homes.
Housing Services
Manages scattered-site and project-based rental assistance programs including housing acquisition, move-in assistance, landlord services, and on-going tenancy supports.
In-Home Caregiving Pilot
Partnership with LA County Department of Health Services and JFSLA to support individuals aged 70+ with high acuity health needs to age in place
Interim Housing Accessibility Improvement Fund
Provides funds to interim housing providers in Los Angeles County for accessibility-related construction grants.
LACDMH Enriched Residential Care Plus (ERC+)
Provides funding to support operations and start-up infrastructure of project-based licensed residential care facilities throughout Los Angeles County.
Las Palmas Apartments
Supportive housing development in Wilmington providing 53 units with wraparound services, converted from a vacant grocery store
Property Management
Owns and manages affordable supportive housing properties throughout California, providing in-house property maintenance and asset management.
Testimonial Community Love Center
Modular interim housing development in South Los Angeles providing 40 beds for vulnerable residents
Timothy House
Interim housing site serving transition-age youth in Long Beach, developed in partnership with Long Beach Rescue Mission
Willow Tree
Permanent supportive housing development in Compton converting a former interim housing motel into 100 units
relationships · 22
who they work with
- California Department of Housing & Community Development Government — Collaborated with Brilliant Corners on Homekey Harbor City and produced videos highlighting participant housing journeys.
- Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Funder — Provided a grant to support Brilliant Corners' housing and services in San Mateo County.
- Health Net Partner — Partner in administering the Interim Housing Accessibility Improvement Fund RFA.
- Health Net Partner — Partnered with Brilliant Corners and L.A. Care Health Plan to launch the Interim Housing Accessibility Improvement Fund.
- L.A. Care Partner — Partner in administering the Interim Housing Accessibility Improvement Fund RFA.
- L.A. Care Health Plan Partner — Partnered with Brilliant Corners and Health Net to launch the Interim Housing Accessibility Improvement Fund.
- L.A. County Department of Health Services Partner — Former housing director acknowledged Brilliant Corners' innovative housing placements for individuals transitioning from institutional care.
- LA County DHS Partner — Contracts with over 80 nonprofit partners to provide case management and wrap-around services for FHSP tenants.
- LACDMH Partner — Partnered with LACDMH on the Enriched Residential Care Plus (ERC+) and Interim Housing Program funding initiatives.
- Los Angeles County Department of Health Services’ Housing for Health division Partner — Partner in administering the Interim Housing Accessibility Improvement Fund RFA.
- Los Angeles County Department of Homeless Services and Housing Partner — Public partner in the Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool, with Brilliant Corners operating the program under its leadership.
- Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Partner — Partnered on multiple housing developments including Testimonial Community Love Center and Alvarado & Temple Apartments.
- Los Angeles County Housing for Health Division Partner — Partnership has significantly increased the number of people housed annually.
- NYC Health + Hospitals Partner — Collaborated with Brilliant Corners on the Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool initiative.
- RAND Corporation Partner — Cited as providing an evaluation of Brilliant Corners' model as a cost-effective, system-changing innovation.
- San Diego Regional Task Force on Homelessness Partner — Launched and funds the San Diego Flexible Housing Pool in partnership with Brilliant Corners, which operates the program.
- San Francisco Department of Public Health Government — Former director of the department has endorsed Brilliant Corners' housing model.
- The Long Beach Rescue Mission Partner — Partnered to open Timothy House, an interim housing site for transition-age youth in Long Beach.
- The People Concern Partner — Partnered with Brilliant Corners and Los Angeles County to open Willow Tree, a permanent supportive housing development in Compton.
- The Richman Group of California Partner — Partnered with Brilliant Corners to develop and open Las Palmas Apartments in Wilmington.
- Tipping Point Community Partner — Collaborates with Brilliant Corners on housing initiatives, with leadership acknowledging the organization's coordination and innovation.
- Tipping Point Community Partner — Philanthropic partner collaborating on the San Francisco Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool initiative.