
Program Mission Statement

To bring the community together to honor our local high school seniors for demonstrating character; integrity, love of learning, involvement in school and community activities and/or the ability to overcome challenging life circumstances without compromising their education. The core of the Rising Star of the Month is the student who makes a difference in their home, school & community with sincerity and passion.
Rising Star Video Highlight
The Vista Chamber’s Rising Star of the Month Program turns 10 this year! Watch the video below to learn more about this impactful program.

Rising Star Winners: Where Are They Now?
At every Rising Star breakfast, students are asked to share their plans for the future.
Students are also encouraged to complete their education and return to our community to share their talents. On the newest issue of our Vista Magazine, four awardees shared what they’ve accomplished after their participation in the Rising Star Program. READ NOW
Can You Help Us?
In honor of this being the 10th anniversary of the Rising Star Program, we want this to also be the year we give the most money in scholarships to our students. Can you help us?


For a tax deductible donation, please make checks payable to our partner Vista Education Foundation and write ‘Rising Star’ in the memo line. Please send all checks to our office at 170 Eucalyptus Ave, Ste. 115.
Interested in becoming an official sponsor of the Rising Star Program?
Sponsors are recognized at every breakfast ceremony and welcome to join us to hear from the students they’re directly benefitting. Reach out to Vista Chamber CEO Rachel Beld at ceo@vistachamber.org to learn more.

Vista Chamber of Commerce – 170 Eucalyptus Ave., Ste. 115, (760) 726-1122