Pilsen Neighbors Community Council (PNCC) hosted the Opening Reception and Scholarship Award Ceremony to kick off the 52nd Annual Fiesta del Sol. The reception was held on Thursday, July 18th, 2024 at Xoco House Gallery. The Opening Reception served as the space to celebrate and showcase the work the organization does year-round. This year PNCC is proud to announce that Pilsen Neighbors and Fiesta del Sol awarded 30 scholarships to 30 Latino college-bound students, through its scholarship program. The Fiesta del Sol Guadalupe A. Reyes Scholarship Program has celebrated over 20 years of awarding scholarships to students from the Southwest side of the city and beyond. As a result of Guadalupe A. Reyes’ dedication and commitment to people in need, the scholarship program has been named in her honor. The scholarship program offers an opportunity for students to get $1,500 for their college expenses. Fiesta del Sol has awarded over $1.2MM in scholarships to over 600 students. Fiesta del Sol is a four-day, free admission, family-friendly summer festival. It is the largest Latino festival of its kind in the country and serves as PNCC’s fundraiser for its annual scholarship program as well as our year-round community organizing efforts. This year’s festival will take place from July 25th to the 28th with the theme: Enlazando Fronteras, Ejerciendo Nuestro Voto – Bridging Borders Exercising Our Vote.

Photo Credit: Pilsen Neighbors Community Council