Actor Christian Bale inaugurated the site of an orphanage in Palmdale, California on Wednesday February 7. The actor plans to build 12 foster homes, two studios to help children transition to independent living as well as a social center of 650 m².
In total, the center which will open in 2025 will be able to accommodate 70 children, a number which has been criticized by some in view of the 22 million dollars invested. The Golden Globes Best Actor winner spoke about his passion for philanthropic service and community activism since growing up with an activist father.