AALA established FRIENDS OF AALA, a 501(c )(3) nonprofit corporation in January 2011, to continue our outstanding student scholarship program for deserving LAUSD students. In May 2024 AALA awarded 43 scholarships to graduating seniors representing high schools and community adult schools.  The 2023-2024 school year marked AALA’s 43rd  year providing scholarships to students.

Friends of AALA also recognizes the tremendous support given by community volunteers at local school sites and presents five awards each year.

The Board of  Friends of AALA meets its annual fundraising goal by seeking donations from AALA’s active and alumni members, private foundations, service clubs, organizations and businesses. The generosity of these donors is much appreciated.

All donations to FRIENDS OF AALA are tax deductible.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President	Juan A. Flecha
Vice President	Dr. Rosa Maria Hernández
Secretary	Dr. Deborah Wiltz
Treasurer	Daryl Narimatsu
Directors	Charlotte Lerchenmuller
	Maria Nichols (de facto)
	Martha Peralta
	Dr. Judith Perez
	Rhonda Sparks