2026 Scholarship Gala Raises Record Total for RNSLA Fund

The Evening

On Saturday night at The Reef in Downtown Los Angeles, more than 250 guests came together for the 2026 RNSLA Scholarship Gala — and walked out having helped raise the largest single-night total in the club's history for the scholarship fund. The evening featured dinner, a live auction, a paddle raise, and remarks from this year's scholarship recipients.

The gala has become the cornerstone event on the RNSLA calendar, uniting members, sponsors, community leaders, and friends of the club around a shared purpose: investing in the students of South Los Angeles. This year's event reflected the growth and maturity of the organization, with expanded sponsorship, stronger attendance, and deeper community engagement than any previous year.

Key Moments

The silent auction featured donated items from local businesses and national brands, drawing competitive bids throughout the cocktail hour. The live auction energized the room with several high-value lots, and the paddle raise — a direct appeal for scholarship contributions — cleared its target in under ten minutes.

The emotional highlight of the evening came when the 2026 scholars were introduced one by one, each sharing a few words about what the award means to their family and their future. Their presence reminded everyone in the room exactly why the work matters.

What It Means

Every dollar raised at the gala goes directly to the RNSLA Scholarship Fund. The record-setting total will allow the club to expand the number and size of awards for the coming year. Save the date for the 2027 gala — details to follow later this year.