Annual Award

The VADM Samuel L. Gravely, Jr. Leadership & Service Award, which is conferred annually, recognizes leaders in Southern California who exemplify the trailblazing, courageous service of the late U.S. Navy Vice Admiral.

The Gravely Celebration Experience

The Gravely Celebration Experience is held annually in February as part of Black History Month. It features a sunset reception and starlit awards program on the fantail of the Battleship IOWA.

Essay Contest

All high school juniors enrolled in a U.S. History course attending public (traditional or charter), private or parochial schools, or home-schooled students between the ages of 15 – 18 are eligible to compete for cash prizes and other honors.

LEADERSHIP & SERVICE AWARD

The VADM Samuel L. Gravely, Jr. Leadership & Service Award, which is conferred annually at the Gravely Celebration Experience, recognizes leaders in Southern California who exemplify the trailblazing, courageous service of the late U.S. Navy Vice Admiral. The event is FREE. Seating is LIMITED. You can RSVP here.

2019 Honorees

Past Recipients

2018 | Maj. Gen. Peter Gravett

2017 | Antwone Fisher

2016 | Noel Massie

2015 | Yvette Chappell-Ingram

2014 | Dr. Wanda Austin

SPONSOR / DONATE

A VERY SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2019 SPONSORS