Elgin Image Awards

Name: Elgin Image Awards
Start: 2025-10-28T16:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-10-28T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Hertiage Ballroom at The Centre of Elgin

Schedule

Tue Oct 28 2025 at 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Hertiage Ballroom at The Centre of Elgin | Elgin, IL

he Enhancing Elgin Committee of the Elgin Area Chamber's Elgin Development Group, a division of the Elgin Area Chamber, is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Elgin Image Awards. This esteemed program recognizes individuals, projects, and organizations that have made exceptional contributions to the Elgin community, showcasing why it's a great place to live, work, learn, do business, get involved, visit, and enjoy.
The public can submit nominations online. The deadline for submissions is Friday, October 3, at 5 p.m. A panel of judges will review all nominations, evaluating them based on the nominee's impact, creativity, innovation, and commitment to enhancing the Elgin community.
The awards will be presented at a special ceremony on Tuesday, October 28, at The Centre of Elgin Heritage Ballroom, 100 Symphony Way, in Elgin from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Award Categories are as follows:
Professional Rockstar: Nominate individuals who have significantly improved Elgin's image through their professional achievements, whether through lifelong dedication or emerging leadership.
Volunteer Extraordinaire: Recognize exceptional individuals whose volunteer efforts have had a profound impact on Elgin's image, either through long-term contributions or as emerging leaders.
Gamechanger Projects: Submit nominations for specific community projects that have positively influenced Elgin's image, showcasing innovation, creativity, and positive change.
Creating a Difference Groups: Nominate outstanding organizations or businesses that have contributed significantly to enhancing Elgin's image through their dedicated efforts.
Green Initiative/Sustainable Business of the Year: Acknowledge businesses or initiatives that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to environmental sustainability, contributing to a greener and more sustainable Elgin.
Excellence in DEI or Building Equity: Submit nominations for individuals, projects, or organizations that have shown outstanding dedication to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in Elgin, fostering a more harmonious and inclusive community.
Youth Service Project: Encourage nominations for inspiring youth-led service projects by individuals aged 21 and under, showcasing the potential of young minds in shaping a better future for Elgin.