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2026 Nonprofit Innovation Nomination

Nominate a deserving Union County nonprofit for the 2026 Nonprofit Innovation Award. The Nonprofit Innovation Award recognizes a Union County 501(c)3 nonprofit that demonstrates an innovative and effective response to community challenges. The organization’s innovative project, program, or initiative should have taken place or been completed within the past 12 months. Strong consideration will be given to those nominations demonstrating effective and efficient use of human and financial resources, and involve collaboration of other nonprofit organizations, businesses, or governmental agencies in their efforts.

To qualify, the nonprofit must be a Chamber member in good standing.
Award recipients will be chosen by an independent panel of judges. Finalists and recipients for all awards will be recognized at the Chamber’s Annual Awards Event in December. Previous award recipients are not eligible for nomination for the same award category for five years.

Limit content to a maximum of two paragraphs for each item below and please be specific.

Please complete the following application by September 30, 2026.
1.Contact and Background Information(Required.)
2.Describe the project, program or initiative to include details about how the project represents an innovative solution to community challenges, number of clients served, financial and/or human resources utilized, etc.(Required.)
3.Describe measurable positive outcomes achieved by the project, program or initiative.(Required.)
4.Describe collaborations involved in the project, program or initiative.(Required.)
5.Describe how the project, program, or initiative is unique and/or cutting-edge as well as how it is or could be a model of inspiration for other organizations.(Required.)
6.What additional information should the committee consider about this company?(Required.)
7.By checking this box and completing your application you are acknowledging that:(Required.)