Building Future Leaders
Empowering Academic and Career Growth
Our Mission
About The Allen Foundation
“Empowering youth. Strengthening communities. Creating opportunity.”
Inspired by the legacy of Morris and Florene Allen, The Allen Foundation is dedicated to expanding opportunity and strengthening communities through education, charitable support, housing initiatives, and economic empowerment.
The Foundation helps fund college and vocational pathways, supports schools and youth programs, and provides essential resources such as meals, clothing, and school supplies.
As part of its long-term vision, the Foundation also supports housing initiatives and community development efforts designed to create stable living environments where individuals and families can thrive, including efforts to provide tiny homes and supportive housing opportunities as funding allows.
Through education, housing support, and economic empowerment, The Allen Foundation works to build stronger communities and brighter futures.
Explore Our Initiatives
Scholarship Programs
Empowering Achievers
Our scholarship programs aim to support and nurture the academic dreams of deserving students by providing the financial assistance needed to pursue higher education.
The Allen Foundation Rising Leaders Scholarships are open to eligible students who previously attended Bertrand Avenue Elementary. However, The Allen Foundation operates as a separate nonprofit and is not officially affiliated with Bertrand Elementary School or LAUSD. We also offer The Allen Foundation Trailblazers Scholarships for the wider student community.
Join Us in Impacting Lives
Impacting Lives
We are committed to impacting lives by meeting both immediate needs and investing in long-term solutions. From donating school supplies and sponsoring sports teams to feeding the homeless and investing in housing, each effort reflects our belief that stability begins with opportunity and that a safe place to call home is the foundation for lasting change.
Donations
Giving Back
Your support makes this work possible. Every donation, big or small, helps us bring hope, dignity, and opportunity to those who need it most.