The Construction Effort Continues at Masjid Bilal Islamic Center
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After years of dedication, fundraising, and construction, the new Masjid Bilal officially opened in December 2023. The opening was a historic moment, drawing city officials, interfaith leaders, and Muslims from across the country. With a magnificent dome and a soaring 65-foot minaret—the tallest in California—the new mosque not only restored a place of worship to the community but reestablished Masjid Bilal as a symbol of spiritual resilience and Muslim American identity.
The rebuilding of the structure —on the same Central Avenue site where their original masjid once stood—was a powerful moment of renewal, affirming the community’s resilience and unshakable spirit that has defined Masjid Bilal's history for nearly 70 years.
As Masjid Bilal now looks ahead to building a new community center, it continues to honor its past while investing in the future. This next chapter is about more than buildings—it’s about creating opportunities, deepening relationships, and serving the needs of a diverse and evolving city. In doing so, Masjid Bilal remains true to its core purpose: to be a spiritual home, a center of learning, and a force for unity, dignity, and transformation in South Los Angeles and beyond.
"Our next step is to demolish the remaining old structure and begin construction of this wonderful multi-level community center, which will sit between the masjid and school," stated Hesham Sitita, construction manager for the project.
However, with an overall project shortfall still exceeding $1 million, Masjid Bilal Islamic Center's path to completion remains in the hands of those sincere believers willing to contribute. "We need everyones help to complete this project. This center will serve generations of Muslims for many years to come. Your reward from Allah will be continuous," added Sitita.
The community center is envisioned as a dynamic space that will host youth programs, health and wellness services, interfaith dialogue, and cultural events. The goal is to not only provide services for Muslims but to serve all residents of South Los Angeles, continuing the masjid’s tradition of community empowerment and civic partnership.
Through the visionary leadership of Imam Abdul Karim Hasan, the construction of Masjid Bilal Islamic Center will serve this city as an ambassador for faith. "This will be a place where people can come and be orientated into the knowledge of the universality of Al-Islam and the faith of revelation,"says Imam Hasan.
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Building the masjid and community center is part of a plan the Bilal community has been implementing since 1999. Phase one was to build a state-of-the-art educational facility, the Bilal Learning Center, which was completed in 2007. Phase two was a new masjid and community center. On December 1 - 3, 2023, Masjid Bilal Islamic Center hosted the inaugural opening of the new Masjid Bilal, built from the ground on Central Ave in Los Angeles.
A distinguished group of dignitaries and politicians joined the inaugural ceremonies including the Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and 9th District LA Councilman Curren Price, who all met with the community's long-time religious leader, Imam Abdul Karim Hasan.
"It was important for me to be here today and welcome the community," said Mayor Karen Bass. "It was a tremendous honor for me to meet with Imam Hasan, and he took me through a tour and I saw this beautiful mosque here. I look forward to coming back and worshipping here with everyone."
Even as the new mosque opened its doors, the leadership of Masjid Bilal began laying the foundation for the next phase of their vision: the construction of a new community center adjacent to the masjid. The project reflects Masjid Bilal’s unwavering mission: to uplift, educate, and unite.
"Please, please, we need your help and support," emphasizes Ahmed Radwan, chairman of the Fundraising Committee.
"Brothers and sisters, this is your opportunity for eternal and reoccurring blessings. Do not fool yourself, saying I still have my life ahead of myself. We do not know if we're going to make it tomorrow. Please, we ask each one of you to help us and help yourself and share this opportunity with everyone you know."
Donations can be made securely, directly through the Masjid Bilal website.
For mail, send your checks payable to: Masjid Bilal Islamic Center 4016 S. Central Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90011
Donations can also be made using Cash App@ $BilalCenterLA