"I would like to express my gratitude for being selected as a recipient of the $1,000 CHICO scholarship. It is an incredible honor, and I am truly appreciative of the support that this scholarship will provide me within my musical journey. The scholarship will play a pivotal role in helping me purchase musical equipment needed for my field of study. I’m excited to continue honing my craft, and contributing to the musical community, and your generosity is a significant part of making that possible. Thank you again for believing in my potential as a musician.” —Peyton A. Holladay, 2025 Young Artists Scholarship winner
"I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you all very much for the scholarship! Out of anyone that applied, you all decided that I was a great candidate for this scholarship. I am eternally grateful for that. I am thrilled to use this scholarship towards my tuition for Cal State Northridge and whatever necessities for school that I may need. Again, thank you all very much for this award! I am very grateful that you all have decided that I was a good candidate!”—Carlos Ozuna, 2025 Young Artists Scholarship winner
