Events Calendar
42nd Annual Jacket of Excellence Awards
Celebrating Academic Excellence: Venice High School Class of 2026
Since 1984, Venice High School and local community partners have celebrated the top-achieving seniors with an annual awards ceremony, presenting each honoree with a personalized academic jacket.
Presented in partnership with the Venice Chamber of Commerce and the Venice High School Alumni Association, this event recognizes hard work, dedication, and scholastic excellence. For the Class of 2026, we are also continuing the scholarship program, presenting awards of $1,000, $500, and $250 to help students take their next steps into higher education.
Why Sponsor?
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Direct Recognition: Your name or business will be featured in the event program.
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Exclusive Access: Receive an invitation to the awards ceremony.
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Community Connection: Attend the post-ceremony reception to meet and connect with the student honorees directly.
Sponsorship & Giving Tiers
| Sponsorship Level | Amount | Impact |
| Venice Scholars Supporter | $125 | Funds a personalized academic jacket for one senior honoree |
| Venice Education Champion | $250 | Co-sponsors academic jackets and funds student scholarship awards |
| Community Donor | Custom Amount | Every contribution directly supports jackets and scholarships |
Payment options:
Venmo - @venicechamber
Zelle - info@venicechamber.net
Paypal or Credit Card, click here and select Jackets of Exellence
Checks payable to: Venice Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 202 Venice, CA 90294
Contributions of any amount help keep this 40-year tradition alive. Thank you for investing in our future leaders!
Date and Time
Wednesday Dec 9, 2026
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM PST
Fees/Admission
Venice Scholars Supporter - $125
Venice Education Champion - $250
Donate any amount that's right for you!
Payment options:
Venmo - @venicechamber
Zelle - info@venicechamber.net
Paypal or Credit Card: Click here (select Jackets of Excellence)
Checks payable to: Venice Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 202, Venice, CA 90294
