The Light Ahead

The Light Ahead Movement is a Cambodian-American family foundation providing scholarships and business grants to students and entrepreneurs ready to move forward — with dignity, with purpose, and with a community behind them.

Scholarships and Business Grants

Applications open now. Deadline October 1, 2026.

We’re looking for passionate students and entrepreneurs who are ready to move forward and make a difference in their communities. Together, we can build brighter futures.

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2026 Light Ahead Movement Winners

Brynn Bonafiz

The Light Ahead Movement is proud to recognize Brynn Bonifaz as a 2026 scholarship recipient. Brynn reflects the heart of our mission through her academic dedication, faith, kindness, and commitment to serving others. We are honored to support her educational journey and excited to see the positive impact she will continue to make.

2026 Winner

Lola Atkinson

The Light Ahead Movement is proud to recognize Lola Atkinson as a 2026 scholarship recipient. Lola represents the values of this scholarship through her perseverance, humility, positive attitude, and desire to continue growing. We are honored to support her journey and look forward to the light she will continue to share with others.

2026 Winner

2026 Winner

Alyssa Khem

The Light Ahead Movement is proud to recognize Alyssa Khem as a 2026 scholarship recipient. Alyssa reflects the heart of our mission through her dedication, character, perseverance, and desire to continue growing. We are honored to support her educational journey and excited to see the positive impact she will continue to make.

All Winners
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The Light Ahead Movement was founded by a Cambodian-American family whose parents survived the Khmer Rouge genocide and rebuilt their lives in Long Beach, California. We exist to be the light our parents' generation never had — for students, entrepreneurs, and families ready to move forward

Our Mission

Meet our Ambassador

Leth Oun

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We are honored to have Leth Oun, survivor of the Cambodian Killing Fields and author of A Refugee’s American Dream, as an Ambassador for The Light Ahead Movement. His story of resilience and hope embodies our mission to guide others toward brighter futures.

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Meet our Youth Ambassador

Amelia Lam

Meet Amelia, our Youth Ambassador — inspiring the next generation to believe in themselves and shine their own light forward.

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Volunteer, partner, or donate. 100% of your contribution funds scholarships, grants, and community programs. As a 501(c)(3), your donation is tax-deductible.

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