Please only submit an entry for your business in ONE (1) category. If you are nominated in more than one category, the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce will reach out to determine the best category for your business.
Any individual can submit an entry for any of the categories according to the criteria outlined for each Award. Chamber membership is not required to be nominated for or be a recipient of a Hamilton Gives Award.
All entries are DUE Wednesday, October 22nd at 5:00 PM
Social Impact Lifetime Achievement Award (Individual)
Requirements
Honours an individual who has dedicated their lives to making a transformative impact on our community through their unwavering commitment to Hamilton, leaving behind a lasting legacy of generosity and compassion.
Individuals must have performed the act for which they are being nominated in a voluntary capacity in the community, over and above those required of them in the performance of their regular professional duties. Or, in the course of their professional activity, have brought outstanding/remarkable attention to the community on a provincial, national or international basis.
Criteria Includes:
• Leadership
• Volunteerism
• Community Benefits
• Commitment
• Good Citizenship
• Hamilton Resident
• Brings awareness of the community outside town boundaries
Nominator must provide:
1. 200-word biography of the Citizen being nominated
2. Three (3) additional letters of support from other members of the community. These can be e-mailed to Katie at: k.stiel@hamiltonchamber.ca or uploaded in your application. Please no hard copies.
If you have any questions, please e-mail k.stiel@hamiltonchamber.ca
The award will be presented to the recipient or a designated individual at the event in 2025. All Hamilton Gives winners may be required to participate in media coverage of their respective award.
All documents and information submitted may be utilized to create a brief video presentation which will be shown during the awards ceremony.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Leadership | 14.3% |
| Volunteerism | 14.3% |
| Community Benefit | 14.3% |
| Commitment | 14.3% |
| Good Citzenship | 14.3% |
| Hamilton Resident | 14.3% |
| Brings Awareness of Hamilton Outside of City Boundaries | 14.2% |
Community Builder Award (Large, For-Profit Organization)
Requirements
Honours a large, for-profit organization that demonstrates a continuous commitment to ethical leadership, sustainable growth and socially responsible giving in Hamilton.
The award will be presented to a designated company official at the event in 2025.
All documents and information submitted may be utilized to create a video presentation which will be shown during the awards evening, however if there is information which you are providing to us which may be of a confidential nature (i.e. financial statements, stock reports, etc.) please clearly identify as CONFIDENTIAL and this information will not be utilized or made public.
The winners may be required to participate in media coverage of the award.
Finalists will be required to purchase their own tickets to the event.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Community Impact | 30.0% |
| Sustainable Growth | 20.0% |
| Ethical Leadership | 20.0% |
| Employee Engagement | 20.0% |
| Awards Extras | 10.0% |
Non-Profit Changemaker Award (Not-For-Profit Organization)
Requirements
Honours a not-for-profit organization demonstrating exceptional governance, strong leadership, and long-term impact in advancing Hamilton's community well-being.
The award will be presented to a designated company official at the event in 2025.
All documents and information submitted may be utilized to create a brief video presentation which will be shown during the awards evening, however if there is information which you are providing to us which may be of a confidential nature (i.e. financial statements, stock reports, etc.) please clearly identify as CONFIDENTIAL and this information will not be utilized or made public.
The winners may be required to participate in media coverage of the award.
Finalists will be required to purchase their own tickets to the event.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Program Development | 40.0% |
| Community Impact | 40.0% |
| Awards Extras | 20.0% |
Non-Profit Innovator for Good Award (Not-For-Profit Organization)
Requirements
Recognizes a non-profit organization that has pioneered an innovative initiative delivering measurable and lasting benefits to the community.
The award will be presented to a designated company official at the event in 2025.
All documents and information submitted may be utilized to create a brief video presentation which will be shown during the awards evening, however if there is information which you are providing to us which may be of a confidential nature (i.e. financial statements, stock reports, etc.) please clearly identify as CONFIDENTIAL and this information will not be utilized or made public.
The winners may be required to participate in media coverage of the award.
Finalists will be required to purchase their own tickets to the event.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Program Development | 40.0% |
| Community Impact | 40.0% |
| Awards Extras | 20.0% |
Business For Good Award (Small to Medium, For-Profit Organization)
Requirements
Honours small to medium, for-profit businesses that exemplify extraordinary dedication to our community through impactful initiatives that are enriching the lives of their employees and community at large.
The award will be presented to a designated company official at the event in 2025.
All documents and information submitted may be utilized to create a brief video presentation which will be shown during the awards evening, however if there is information which you are providing to us which may be of a confidential nature (i.e. financial statements, stock reports, etc.) please clearly identify as CONFIDENTIAL and this information will not be utilized or made public.
The winners may be required to participate in media coverage of the award.
Finalists will be required to purchase their own tickets to the event.
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Program Development | 40.0% |
| Community Impact | 40.0% |
| Awards Extras | 20.0% |
