NEXTDC has officially awarded over $250,000 in scholarships to students and alumni of the DC Academies of Hospitality & Tourism, Culinary Arts, Mass Media and Sports Marketing since 2015.  

Join us in congratulating this year’s 11 scholarship winners and 10 honorarium recipients for their outstanding commitment to community service, entrepreneurship and academic excellence.  

Their hard work and potential inspire us and we can’t wait to see what’s NEXT.

"NEXTDC is more than just a scholarship; it's a community and a family and I am truly grateful to be part of it."

- Arrington Ward Jr, Jackson-Reed High School (Hospitality & Tourism, 2025)

You can still invest in students this season. Celebrate DC250 and this $250,000 milestone with NEXTDC.

Donate to the scholarship fund to support DC’s next generation of leaders. 

NEXTDC is proud to partner with Educated Eats and the Washington Area Concierge Association, for the third annual Building Futures: Celebration of DC Hospitality Scholars awards presentation. Join us on May 21, 5-7 p.m. at the Hilton Washington, DC Capitol Hill for this momentous occasion as all organizations award scholarships to DC Academy students.  

The July 4th Celebration is sold out! Limited sponsorships are still available to showcase your company’s support and give back to DC high school students’ college and career journey.   

Join us at the American Pharmacists Association Potomac View Terrace for a one-of-a kind view of the iconic fireworks for America’s 250th birthday. Enjoy elevated bites, signature cocktails and festive music from 7-10 p.m.  

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