CELEBRATE PAWNEE!
Pawnee Chamber Awards Banquet

Join us for a night to Celebrate Pawnee! The Pawnee Community Chamber of Commerce is holding an Awards Celebration dedicated to shining a spotlight on the nominees, the winners and our business community. Join in a night of celebration of YOU! Awards will honor outstanding businesses, organizations, and citizens. Nominations are now open and will be accepted until November 25th. We will celebrate your journey and the stories of where you are today. Nominees will need to be a member of Chamber unless otherwise denoted in the award description.

The event will be held at the Cedar Dear Lodge on December 13, 2025, starting at 5:00 PM. You’ll want to get your tickets and tables early by contacting the Chamber Manager via email or phone call.

We hope you will join us as we #CelebratePawnee!

HELPFUL TIPS ON HOW TO NOMINATE YOUR BUSINESS OR HONOR AN INDIVIDUAL:

Visit the Chamber Website: Click on the link “Celebrate Pawnee!” Annual Awards Nomination page.
Fill out the form: Dive in and detail your business journey.
Choose a Category: While you have the option to nominate your business in up to TWO categories, remember, it’s a night to “Celebrate You!” – choose the one where your story shines brightest and give it your all.
Tell your Story: What sets you apart? How have you made a mark? Give us the essence of your business.
Self-Nomination Encouraged!: There’s no better person to “Celebrate You” than YOU. So, nominate yourself and be proud of it!
Submit: once satisfied, submit your nomination. Be part of the galaxy of stars on our special night.

**Nominees must be a member of the Pawnee Chamber of Commerce to win certain

categories.

CELEBRATE PAWNEE! AWARDS NOMINATION FORM

***You do not have to make a nomination to every award****

Scroll down to the bottom to submit.

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SMALL BUSINESS AWARD

This small business is a standout organization and member of the chamber. It exhibits excellence and best business practices. CHAMBER MEMBER AWARD. Categories:

0-5 Employees

6-24 Employees

25-50 Employees

Please list company name as well as # of employees category and the reason you are nominating them.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD

This award recognizes an individual employed by a chamber member business for their exceptional dedication to community service and having made an impact through their volunteer-based work, inspiring others to follow their example. CHAMBER MEMBER AWARD

Please list the individual's name and the reason you are nominating them.

VEETERAN-OWNED BUSINESS AWARD

The winner of this designation is someone who has not only served our country but also exemplifies what it means to be a veteran-owned business owner, demonstrating pride in their service and entrepreneurship. CHAMBER MEMBER AWARD

Please list the business name and the reason you are nominating them.

WOMAN-OWNED BUSINESS AWARD

This award specifically recognizes a business that is owned and operated by a woman. This award focuses on excellence and best business practices demonstrated by women entrepreneurs. CHAMBER MEMBER AWARD

Please list the name of the business and the reason you are nominating them.

NON-PROFIT OF THE YEAR AWARD

This business must be a 501(c) organization that is tirelessly focused on serving the community. CHAMBER MEMBER AWARD

Please list the name of the business and the reason you are nominating them.

CHAMPION OF THE ARTS AWARD

This nominee must be a business or individual who demonstrates a passion for the arts in Pawnee. One who makes significant contribution to the community as a whole.

Please list the name of the business or individual and the reason you are nominating them.

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

This nominee contributes significant volunteer hours. Has a significant positive or unique way of benefiting the community and/or Pawnee Chamber

Please list the name of the individual and the reason you are nominating them.

PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD

Voted on by the citizens of the City of Pawnee. This high-end award is to recognize outstanding business leadership, customer service, and what keeps citizens going back to the business.

Please list the name of the business and the reason you are nominating them.

FIRST RESPONDER AWARD

Recognizes a law enforcement officer, paramedic, emergency medical technician, or firefighter that has made a difference beyond the role of their job description. Does not need to be a member of the chamber to be nominated.

Please list the name of the person and the reason you are nominating the.

PAWNEE EVENT AWARD

Awarded to any organization, individual, or business for an outstanding event that brings tourism to the City of Pawnee.

Please list the name of the organization or individual and the reason you are nominating the.

Sponsorship Opportunity

We are always looking for sponsorships. All sponsors will have logo recognition in the booklet/agenda printed for the event and on-screen display.

Innovator Sponsor - $1,500 – Seating for 10 guests, recognition at the event and social media, opportunity to present an award, ad displayed on-screen at the event

Visionary Sponsor - $1000 – Seating for 8 guests, recognition at the event, recognition on social media, on-screen display at the event

Celebration Sponsor - $500 – Seating for 5 guests, recognition at the event, recognition on social media, on-screen display at the event

Award Sponsor - $300 – Seating for 2 guests, name recognition at the event

To become a sponsor please contact the Chamber Manager. All checks should be made out to "Pawnee Community Chamber of Commerce" and in the Memo, please denote the sponsor category.

CELEBRATE PAWNEE! Pawnee Chamber Awards Banquet

CELEBRATE PAWNEE! AWARDS NOMINATION FORM

SMALL BUSINESS AWARD

CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD

VEETERAN-OWNED BUSINESS AWARD

WOMAN-OWNED BUSINESS AWARD

NON-PROFIT OF THE YEAR AWARD

CHAMPION OF THE ARTS AWARD

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD

FIRST RESPONDER AWARD

PAWNEE EVENT AWARD

Sponsorship Opportunity

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CELEBRATE PAWNEE!
Pawnee Chamber Awards Banquet