Background/Purpose:
WASFO was created to assist in furthering the development of our high school graduates through the obtaining and distribution of scholarship funds for college education. Since its creation in the academic year 1995-1996, WASFO has distributed over 200 scholarships to qualified applicants that are active members of West Angeles. Our youth are some of the brightest in the country and for this reason we want to help them succeed in their pursuit of higher learning as we help to alleviate some of their financial pressures.

Staff Members/Positions:
Jasmine C. Houston, Public Relations & Assistant to Chair
Debora Bright-Laney, Fundraising
Margaret Carter, Application Process
Naomi Hammonds, Academics/Scholastics
Elizabeth Johnson, Community Outreach
Peaches Wilson, Research & Evaluation
(In loving Memory of) Jimmy Rivers, former Chairperson

What you do to fulfill mission:
Each year we hold a Scholarship Drive and various other events to raise funds for our recipients. However, tax-deductible donations are accepted on a continuous basis. Please make checks payable to WASFO. Feel free to mail your donations to West Angeles, 3045 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016, Attention Elder Ben Stephens, WASFO Chairperson. If you have any questions please contact Elder Ben Stephens at (323) 733-8300 x2513. Thank you in advance for your contribution.

Upcoming & Ongoing Events:
January: Scholarship Applications Available
April: Scholarship Drive
June: Scholarship Awards Ceremony
Sept: Meeting with 12th Grade Students and Parents
October: Parent and Student Workshop 

We are currently in the process of creating scholarships for continuing college students and incoming graduate students.