Southwestern Law School received a $1 million gift from the There Is a Light Foundation, founded by Arash Homampour ’92, to fund public service scholarships.
This donation will provide 25 annual $10,000 scholarships over the next four years, helping to cultivate a new generation of lawyers dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the world.
The There Is a Light Foundation Public Service Scholarship will be awarded to students who demonstrate a strong commitment to public service, leadership abilities and academic excellence. All upper-level students in all Southwestern J.D. programs are eligible to apply.
Darby Dickerson, dean of Southwestern, said the gift reflects the impact of paying it forward.
“By helping our service-minded students serve their future clients, the impact of this gift will ripple throughout and beyond Los Angeles,” Dickerson said.
Homampour, a prominent personal injury attorney, has built a remarkable career marked by his dedication to public service.
“These scholarships will empower future lawyers to drive that change and make a lasting impact in their communities,” Homampour said. “By investing in law students’ education, we are investing in the future of advocacy and community leadership.”
Born to an immigrant father from Iran, Homampour worked his way through USC and Southwestern Law School, eventually founding his own law firm and achieving numerous high-profile successes.
He was recently honored as Outstanding Alumnus of the Year at Southwestern Law School’s 33rd Annual Alumni Awards Gala in June. His foundation supports causes such as education, environmental conservation and consumer advocacy.
