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  • Do you know a business or citizen who made a difference.
    Nominate them for a Germantown Community Award!
    Business of the Year
    Citizen of the Year
     

    Citizen of the Year

    • Nomination reasons must be focused on things accomplished in the prior year (2025)
    • Has demonstrated a recent contribution of time, gifts, and/or resources in a project that benefits the village
    • Has been involved in community organizations and volunteering in the community
    • Demonstrates enthusiasm and active involvement in community activities

     

    Business of the Year

    • Nomination reasons must be focused on things accomplished in the prior year (2025)
    • Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce membership required
    • Candidate may have experienced recent physical expansion of business and jobs generating a positive impact on local economy
    • Recently renovated or redeveloped their building or property
    • May have received industry award or recognition
    • May be recognized for exceptional service or management practices
    • Has demonstrated support of Chamber/community projects or activities
    • Gives back or donates to the citizens, community and organizations of Germantown
    • May have impacted quality of life in Germantown
    • Shows support of other Chamber members
     
    Other awards available that are not given yearly include
    Organization of the Year
    Veteran-Owned Business of the Year

    It is possible a nominee can receive an award different from what they were nominated for.
    Nominations occur in December/January every year.  Click here to nominate.
    Deadline Monday, January 19, 2026 at NOON.
  • Community Awards Celebration
    Wednesday, April 22
    5:15PM - 9:00PM
    American Legion Post 1
    Theme: Party like it's 1776

    5:15 PM - 9:00 PM CDT

    5:15 - 6:15PM Check-in/Networking/Fun/Heavy Hors D'oeuvres, Cash Bar
    6:20 - 8:30PM - Welcome, Program & Award Winners, Bingo

    Registration will be open in early 2026 and winners announced in January/February!

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