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Hefner's $900K Saved Hollywood Sign Hill
3 Oct
Summary
- Hugh Hefner donated $900,000 to save the land.
- The campaign raised $12.5 million to protect 138 acres.
- The protected land is now part of Griffith Park.
A vital 138-acre parcel at Cahuenga Peak, situated behind the famed Hollywood Sign, was successfully preserved from development in 2010. The conservation effort required $12.5 million. With the campaign still $1 million short of its goal, Playboy founder Hugh Hefner made a pivotal $900,000 contribution, securing the necessary funds.
The land, previously owned by industrialist Howard Hughes, was slated for luxury residences or a hotel. A broad coalition of supporters, including movie studios, entertainment figures, and the general public, contributed to the fundraising drive. Other notable donors included the Tiffany & Company Foundation and Aileen Getty.
The Trust for Public Land managed the funds and facilitated the donation of Cahuenga Peak to the Los Angeles park system. This successful campaign ensured the land became a part of Griffith Park, safeguarding it for public access, recreation, and natural habitat.
