The primary focus of this organization is to raise educational funds for local youth and to preserve the rich Louisiana Mardi Gras culture. Most members are from Louisiana. Distributed annually to students between the ages of 16 and 18, the recipient(s) will possess a strong commitment to future aspirations as well as dedication to community service.
Financial need is only one of the facts that are considered in awarding scholarships. The LALA Scholarship is funded through donations and fundraising activities.
2026 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Click to download 2026 Scholarship Application
Enclose all required materials and mail to:
Louisiana to Los Angeles Organizing Committee, Inc.
Attn: Sean Collins, Sr Youth Scholarship Program Chair
9461 La Salle Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90047
For additional information, contact Sean or Kim Collins at (310) 527-1693 or latola504@gmail.com
The Louisiana to Los Angeles Organizing Committee (LA LA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership organization. Contributions to the LA LA Youth Scholarship Fund are greatly appreciated and may be sent to: Louisiana to Los Angeles Organizing Committee, Inc, P.O. Box 561193, Los Angeles, CA 90056, Attn: Youth Scholarship Program.
