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Each year, the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce honors individuals, businesses, and nonprofits who are powerful champions for good in our community.This is a wonderful opportunity to recognize those who have shown exceptional leadership and dedication.
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We invite you to nominate a local business, individual, and/or nonprofit that you feel embodies the spirit of one of the following award categories:
  • Chamber Service Award - Chris Eccles
    Presented to an individual who has devoted significant time, effort, and enthusiasm to community service initiatives and Chamber-sponsored functions that positively impact the Chamber's service area.
  • Pay it Back Award - Lucas Girard                                                 Presented to an individual whose journey reflects the power of community support and the importance of paying it forward through service, compassion, and commitment to others.
  • Non-Profit of the Year -  Otis Library 
    Presented to a non-profit organization that has made a significant difference in the quality of life in the Chamber's service area through community events, fundraisers, volunteer efforts, and other civic participation.
  • Business of the Year -  The Marina at American Wharf
    Presented to a business that demonstrates excellence in business practices, growth in employment, production, and/or operations, and makes a positive social and/or economic impact in the Chamber's service area.
  • Regional Partnership Award -United Way of Southeastern CT
    Presented to a business, organization, or individual who has made a significant impact across multiple townships in the Greater Norwich area through collaboration and partnerships.
Register Today for the GNACC Annual Awards Gala!
​Registration Closes February 4th!
GNACC Annual  Awards Gala Details
​February 19, 2026.
Awards will be held at The Mansion at Stonehurst
Doors open at 5:30pm program begins at 6pm

Gala will be held at The Barns at Stonehurst
Doors open at 6:15pm  

​​Sponsorship Opportunities available. ​ ​
Donations for Silent Auction Kindly Accepted.  
Please contact GNACC at [email protected] or call (860) 887-1647.  ​
View Our Complete List of Past Award Recipients Here