CRVA Educational Foundation
Tourism is North Carolina's second largest industry as well as the state's fastest growing. Therefore, the CRVA is strongly committed to helping this vital industry identify and train its future leaders. The CRVA Educational Foundation provides educational and professional development opportunities for those interested in committing to a career in the travel and hospitality industry. It does so by awarding scholarships to current and future employees and leaders of the local hospitality community.

The Foundation also supports programs designed to prepare hospitality professionals for the rapidly changing business environment. Led by a Board of Directors, the non-profit encourages organizations and individuals to use ongoing education to achieve strategic business and personal objectives.

CRVA Educational Foundation Scholarship FAQs

Who is eligible?
Applicants must be professionals or employees involved in the hospitality industry in the Charlotte region, or graduate or undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited college or university located in the Charlotte region.

What type of degree do I need to qualify?
Scholarships are offered to students in tourism and hospitality management programs at accredited colleges and universities. Scholarships may also be awarded to high school students who wish to increase their knowledge in the tourism and hospitality fields and are planning to attend a college or university.

I'm a CRVA employee. Am I eligible?
Yes. Educational Foundation scholarships are available to current employees to support their continuing education through related seminars or certification programs.

How much is the scholarship awarded for?
Scholarship amounts generally range from $500 to $1,000 and are awarded at the discretion of the CRVA Educational Foundation Board.

When is the application deadline?
Applications will be processed throughout the year. Applications are first evaluated by staff and then by the Educational Foundation Board of Directors. Funds will be available to recipients within 30 days following the announcement.

What isn't covered with an Educational Foundation scholarship?
The Foundation does not make grants for general coursework in institutions of higher learning, venture capital improvements, business equipment or supplies, or endowments.

For more information on the CRVA Educational Foundation or its scholarships, please contact jim.helms@crva.com.

Additional Information :

. Educational Foundation Mission Statement (PDF) . Educational Foundation Background & Purpose (PDF) . Educational Foundation Scholarship Guidelines (PDF) . Continuing Education Scholarship Application (PDF) . Student Scholarship Application (PDF) [ View PDFs with Acrobat. Free Download ]