The Caribbean Hotel Foundation (CHF), the non-profit subsidiary of the Caribbean Hotel Association, announced on 26 January the beginning of its 2007/2008 Scholarship Program for Caribbean hospitality employees, educators, and students wishing to pursue studies or professional development courses related to the tourism industry.

In 2006, the CHF reached a record amount of US $144,500, which went towards 39 scholarships granted to students and professionals from 19 Caribbean nations.

Chairman of the CHF and Antigua-based hotelier, Robert Sherman said, “This year, we are very optimistic we’ll continue to go from strength to strength, with the generous support from our strategic partners, sponsors and members.

“We appreciate that education and professional development opportunities are essential to the growth and sustainable development of our industry, and through this, the CHF is able contribute in a tangible manner that benefits our people first and foremost,” he said.

Among the private entities supporting the CHF, Virgin Holidays has a tourism management scholarship of US $10,000 a year for three years, while the Florida International University’s School of Hospitality & Tourism Management will award a US $7,500 scholarship.

Likewise, Johnson & Wales University, Miami Campus, will offer two scholarships worth $5,000 each for four years, in addition to a minimum of ten hours’ guaranteed on-campus employment. Further, Interval International will offer two scholarships of US $7,000 each, while Royal Caribbean International will also grant a US $7,000 scholarship. Lastly, the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) has pledged US $7,000 for a scholarship towards environmental studies.

In addition to the corporate scholarships, the CHF will provide awards ranging from US $1,000 to US $5,000 and these will be made available to worthy applicants who demonstrate a strong commitment to the industry and the potential for future success.

Requirements to apply for the CHF scholarship programme include holding Caribbean national status, having a high school (or equivalent secondary school) degree, pursuing a tourism-related educational degree or a demonstrated financial need.

The Caribbean Hotel Foundation was established in 1987 as a non-profit organization, through which scholarships and special assistance would be made available for the education of Caribbean hotel industry personnel and students pursuing hotel careers. As part of its mission, the CHF provides people throughout the Caribbean region with an awareness of the industry’s varied career opportunities, as well as technical and professional development. Since 1987, CHF has awarded close to US$1 million in scholarships and grants to applicants who demonstrate a strong commitment to the hotel and tourism industry.

For more information and application forms, visit the CHF website www.caribbeanhotelfoundation.org, or enquire at the national hotel association in each respective Caribbean country.

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