Fashion Scholarship Fund Gala Celebrates Emerging Designers and Industry Collaboration

The 2025 gala at The Glasshouse showcased 160 scholars, honored industry leaders, and awarded the $25,000 Chairman’s Award to Fatmata Camara.

The event featured a dynamic showcase of portfolios from 160 FSF Scholars and Virgil Abloh 'Post-Modern' Scholars, highlighting emerging talent in fashion.
Christian Siriano and Coco Rocha co-led the gala, delivering inspiring remarks alongside other industry leaders like Jerry Lorenzo and Fern Mallis.
Attendees enjoyed curated experiences, including culinary creations by Bronx-based Ghetto Gastro and a surprise KidSuper capsule pop-up by Colm Dillane.
NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns presented the prestigious $25,000 Chairman’s Award to Fatmata Camara of LIM College, marking a highlight of the evening.
The event emphasized mentorship and empowerment, with personal testimonies from honorees and messages of respect and purpose for young professionals.