2026 Celebration of Excellence: 40th Annual Awards

Join us as we celebrate business and the community with the Chamber's 40^th Annual Celebration of Excellence, 5:00-8:00 pm.

The Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce (BCC) will host its annual Celebration of Excellence on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at Duo at the Dunes on Washington Avenue Extension. Guests can look forward to a delicious meal provided by BCC member 2Shea Catering, with wine & beer generously sponsored by Duo at the Dunes.

Sponsorship & registration are open. Register to sponsor or attend here.
 

Nominations for the awards are now open. 

All nominations are due by SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13. 

AWARD CATEGORIES

Enduring Excellence Award - Honors a person or business from Bethlehem that has made lasting, positive contributions to their profession or industry. Nominees should demonstrate long-term success, strong community involvement, and the highest standards of character, integrity, and dedication. 

Outstanding Member Award - Recognizes a Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce member (business or individual) for exceptional achievement and contributions to the community. Nominees will have positively impacted Bethlehem’s economic, cultural, civic, or humanitarian landscape. Nominees must be members in good standing. (Visit www.bethlehemchamber.com for the current member list.) 

Heart of the Community Award - Celebrates an individual, business, non-profit, or school organization that has invested significant time and effort into making Bethlehem a better place to live, work, and play. Nominees should show a clear and positive impact on the community through their involvement. 

Rising Star Award - Recognizes an outstanding individual under the age of 25 whose dedication, reliability, and exceptional work ethic have made a meaningful difference in the Bethlehem community. Nominees may be volunteers, entrepreneurs, young professionals, and those entering the trades or family businesses. They lead by example, inspire others, and demonstrate a consistent commitment to excellence and service.

Distinguished Non-Profit Award - Honors a non-profit organization that has made remarkable progress in advancing its mission. This may include community outreach, innovative programming, or impactful advocacy work. 

Self-nominations and repeat nominations are welcome.

Complete the nomination form here.



This year’s Celebration holds special significance, as it will benefit the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce Foundation (BCCF), the nonprofit arm of BCC. The Foundation provides workforce training and scholarships that help local students with a strong work ethic succeed and thrive in our community. Sponsorships and donations for this event are fully tax-deductible and play a vital role in advancing the Chamber’s mission to honor excellence and strengthen our community.