12,000 homeless animals need you.
Lauren's competing to help them.
Every $5 vote for Lauren in Miss West Coast Teen 2026 funds food and rescue supplies for animals displaced by fires and disasters across California. $25 feeds one animal for a month.
Making a major gift?
Call (626) 658-1841
We'll post your logo and take care of you personally.
$5 = 1 vote · 100% goes toward Lauren's campaign for animal rescue.
Cash App $lovesme · Zelle (626) 658-1841
Competition closes June 14 — after that, votes no longer count.
Miss West Coast Teen 2026 · June 13-14 · Los Angeles
A heart for service, a future of purpose.
Lauren Keys, 18, is a proud honors graduate of Eastside High School's Class of 2026. This fall she begins her next chapter at UC Irvine.
Throughout high school she distinguished herself in leadership, academics, and the performing arts, serving as Social Media Manager for the Black Student Union, volunteering as the National Honor Society's Animal & Homeless Coordinator, and competing in Model UN and Mock Trial.
She is a member of the California Scholarship Federation, National Honor Society, and National Society of High School Scholars, and received the Pasadena Jaycees Young Leader Award.
What sets Lauren apart is her genuine love for others and her unwavering faith. She's competing to grow as a leader, earn scholarships, and represent young women making a real difference.
More than a crown.
Scholarship Opportunities
Funding to support Lauren's journey at UC Irvine.
Leadership Development
Training in public speaking and personal growth.
Community Representation
A platform to amplify causes that matter.
Personal Growth
Confidence built on faith, service, and excellence.
Voice & Presence
Sharpened public speaking and stage presence.
Future Service
Opening doors to lifelong impact and mentorship.
Choose your impact.
Every contribution is a vote for Lauren and a direct gift to Operation Blankets of Love. Pick the impact you want to fund — then Lauren carries your vote into the Regional Crown.
Cash App $lovesme · Zelle (626) 658-1841
Feeds 1 animal for a month
Feeds 2 animals for a month
Rescue supplies for 4 animals
Rescue supplies for 10 animals
Rescue supplies for 20 animals
Sponsors a full rescue run
Want to make a transformational gift?
For corporate sponsorships, matching gifts, or any donation of $1,000+, Lauren's team handles your gift personally — no Cash App link required.
Contact us directly →sponsor@laurenkeys.net
Brands that believe in Lauren.
Any business or individual who sponsors $500 or more has their brand logo featured here, linked directly to their website. It's our way of saying thank you for helping Lauren compete.
Every vote helps homeless animals.
The People's Choice fundraiser benefits Operation Blankets of Love, an award-winning 501(c)(3) and leader in animal rescue. OBOL provides food and critical supplies, at no cost, for more than 12,000 homeless animals every year across California, the U.S., and internationally. They were just in Simi Valley moving animals to safety from the fires.
Your donation helps Lauren earn the Regional Crown and helps OBOL keep showing up for animals during disasters.
Moments along the way.
Questions, answered.
Why is Lauren competing?+
To grow as a leader, earn scholarships toward UC Irvine, and represent young women of faith, purpose, and excellence.
How are sponsorship funds used?+
Funds cover pageant entry, wardrobe, travel, preparation, and contribute toward future scholarship and service goals.
How do I vote?+
Each $5 donation through this page counts as one People's Choice vote. Click any Vote button to get started.
Can I donate directly with Cash App?+
Yes. Send any amount to $lovesme on Cash App. For sponsorships, please also fill out the sponsor form so we can credit your gift and (for $500+) feature your logo.
Can businesses sponsor Lauren?+
Yes. Custom sponsorships are warmly welcomed. Sponsorships of $500 or more include a featured logo on this page linking to your website.
How can I contact Lauren's team?+
Reach out through the contact link in the footer and we'll respond personally.
Rescue an animal. Crown a leader.
$25 feeds one animal for a month. Vote for Lauren and fund Operation Blankets of Love in the same click.
Zelle (626) 658-1841 · Major gifts: sponsor@laurenkeys.net