AWARDS GALA
Check back in Spring 2025 for more details about our 2025 Awards Gala event.
The annual Scholarship Awards Gala is an inspiring networking event that recognizes and applauds the remarkable achievements of our scholarship recipients. These deserving individuals are pursuing their dreams in hospitality, tourism, and culinary arts at colleges throughout California.
On October 24, 2024, the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego came alive with excitement as we gathered for the 2024 Scholarship Awards Gala!
This unforgettable evening celebrated the exceptional talent, determination, and passion of 62 scholarship recipients pursuing careers in hospitality, tourism, and culinary arts at 14 esteemed California colleges.
Thanks to your incredible support, the CHLA Hospitality Foundation awarded an impressive $175,000 in scholarships in 2024! Guests were inspired by the students’ stories of perseverance and ambition, creating a night filled with hope, connection, and pride in shaping the future of our industry.
Together, we’re investing in the next generation of hospitality leaders. Let’s continue making dreams come true!
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Receiving this scholarship is an incredible opportunity for which I am deeply grateful. I extend my sincere thanks to the CHLA Foundation for believing in my potential and supporting my educational journey. This scholarship will significantly ease the financial burden of tuition for this year, providing much-needed relief for both me and my family. Thank you so so much for your generosity and support!
Paige Vigiletti – San Diego State University
L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Graduating 2027