Five stories. Five scholarships.
One unforgettable event.
Thursday, November 5, 2026
5:30-8 PM
Marlborough School
250 S Rossmore Ave, Los Angeles
WHAT IS LISTEN?
Every story deserves to be heard.
LISTEN celebrates the recipients of the My Story Matters LISTEN Scholarship. Each year, high school students across Los Angeles County reflect on the characters, settings, and events that shaped them, then put those experiences into writing.
Five recipients are selected. Each receives a $1,000 scholarship and shares their story on stage.
Join us in celebrating their stories and honoring their courage.
Thursday, November 5, 2026
5:30-8 PM
Marlborough School
250 S Rossmore Ave, Los Angeles
Doors open at 5:30. Program begins at 6.
Curated bites & refreshments will be served. Business casual attire encouraged.
LISTEN is free. When you reserve your seat, please consider adding a gift of $35 or more to support student storytelling.
EVENT DETAILS
Unable to attend? You can still be part of the evening.
Your donation supports the storytelling workshops, scholarships, and partnerships that help young people build confidence through their stories.
98%
of students would recommend PLUS ME to their peers.
"It felt like there was an open door that allowed me to explore new things."
—Kimberly Dayana Cux Tizol, 2023 LISTEN Scholar, now at UC Merced
Congratulations to this year’s LISTEN Scholarship recipients!
JOURNEY BLEDSOE
of Northview High School
KHA’RELL MCDUFFIE
of Leuzinger High School
ARIA MEHTA
of South Pasadena High School
AILEEN MENDEZ
of Oscar De La Hoya Ánimo Charter High School
CHARLES ONUIGBO
of Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy
Thank you to this year’s sponsors:
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