09/21/2026
We are incredibly excited and deeply grateful to announce that the Community Foundation of North Louisiana has awarded LVCC a generous $10,000 grant through the Travis White Fund.
Mr. White served during World War II where he received Special Commendation for his service as Commanding Officer for Minesweepers. After the war, he returned to Shreveport and worked as a trust officer for Commercial National Bank. His successful business career never overshadowed his commitment to the community. Travis was a member of every City Charter revision committee from the 1950s through the 1970s and played an important role in shaping Shreveport’s current City Council form of government. He had a particular concern for the "forgotten” people of Shreveport and believed that education could empower the disadvantaged.
As a result of his bequest, the fund has awarded 294 grants for a total of $8.3 million since it was established in 1992. This amazing investment will directly support our mission to provide free, life-changing adult education, HiSET/GED preparation, and literacy programs right here in our community. Partners like CFNLA make it possible for our students to open new doors, achieve their dreams, and build brighter futures.
If you are interested in supporting our mission, visit shreveportliteracy.org to become a donor or volunteer as a tutor today!