Born from personal struggle, built on community strength.
Born from personal struggle, built on community strength.
Donald’s Story
Cease For Peace founder, Donald Williams, was raised in LA’s inner city where life was tough, the streets were rife with warfare, and mentorship was nowhere to be found. Donald fought to stay connected and not give into fears and discouragement. Along the way, he found brotherly support, love and caring, which allowed him to overcome life’s adversities. Through his community-based non-profit, Cease For Peace, Donald is giving back by mentoring youth and offering services that provide community members the opportunity to thrive.
YEARS OF COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP.
"Two people who refused to accept the status quo — and chose to be the change their community needed."
CO-FOUNDER
Erris Dolberry co-founded Cease For Peace alongside Donald Williams, bringing decades of community leadership experience and an unwavering commitment to restoring dignity and opportunity to marginalized communities across Los Angeles.
Together, Donald and Erris represent the heart of Cease For Peace — two leaders who turned lived experience into lasting action, building a movement rooted in accountability, empathy, and real results.
Their shared vision: a Los Angeles where no one is left behind.
We are a non-profit organization committed to empowering marginalized communities with employment readiness, mentoring, job placement for the formerly incarcerated, at-risk youth, and adults that struggle with employment.
A Los Angeles where every person — regardless of past — has a real shot at a peaceful, prosperous life. Where communities are restored, families are whole, and the cycle of violence and poverty is broken, one person at a time.
Every decision we make centers on the well-being of our community members and their families.
We meet every person where they are, without judgment, honoring their journey and potential.
We hold ourselves to the highest standard, ensuring resources reach those who need them most.
We focus on root causes, not quick fixes — creating sustainable pathways to stability and success.
Your support makes it possible for us to reach more people, restore more families, and build a more peaceful community.
