Since 1993, the Miami-Dade Chapter of the Florida A & M University National Alumni Association has paid tribute to local FAMU alumni who have brought distinction to themselves, the community and the University by demonstrating excellence in achievement in various fields.

Last year, the Miami-Dade Chapter family decided to take a different slant on this endeavor by not only honoring FAMUans but also honoring other distinguished South Floridians who have made a significant, positive impact in this community. This year’s honorees for Excellence are:

The Second Annual Excellence Awards Scholarship Benefit will be held:

In a salute to Excellence in Music, and in conjunction with the Music Fest Miami Labor Day Celebration, legendary entertainer and humanitarian Isaac Hayes will be an honored guest at the VIP reception. Through the generosity of Music Fest Miami, scholarships will be presented for deserving Music education students in honor of Hayes and the incomparable Patti LaBelle.

This is a black-tie affair and will kick off our FAMily Reunion Weekend as the MEAC Champion FAMU Rattlers meet the NCAA National Champion Miami Hurricanes.

With your purchase of a VIP ticket at $100.00 each or $1,000 for a table of ten, you will be treated to a champagne cocktail reception with the honorees and artists, as well as reserved dinner seating. General admission tickets (open dinner seating) are also available at $60.00 each.