The Los Angeles City Council presented a certificate on Oct. 3 recognizing the Wolfendale Club’s 80 years of service as a civic organization supporting scholarships, cultural programs and preservation of its historic clubhouse in West Adams.

Councilmember Heather Hutt (who introduced the item) described the club’s founding during an era of segregation and its role as a safe gathering place for the city’s Black community. Carrie Henley, the club’s president, recounted the founding story, community events hosted at the clubhouse and the ongoing scholarship and youth programs the club supports.

Why it matters
Council members framed the recognition as honoring local civic stewardship that maintained cultural institutions and provided leadership and resources for generations of neighborhood residents.

What was said (highlights)
- Council member: noted the club’s founding in the mid‑20th century and its role as a safe gathering place for people of color when other venues were segregated.
- Carrie Henley (club president): described the club’s founding, preservation work and scholarship programs.

The council presented a certificate recognizing the Wolfendale Club’s legacy and continued community service.