2016NON-PROFIT OF THE YEAR AWARD

The Chamber is now accepting nominations for the 2016Non-Profit of the Year!

The Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce’s Non-Profit of the Year award program is designed to recognize the dedication, achievement and philanthropic spirit displayed by exceptional local non-profits.

The 2016 award recipientswill be recognized as part of the Chamber’s Annual Membership Meeting & Economic Forecast Luncheonon January 31, 2017. All nominations are judged by an independent judging panel comprised of a collection of various business leaders from around the nation. Fellow business and self-nominations are encouraged to apply.

Applicants Must:

• Be a 501(c)(3)organization.

• Demonstrate commitment to the community and show ability to overcome obstacles.

• Be a member in good standing of the Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce AND have been a member of the Chamber for a minimum of three years.

• Complete the following questions: (1) Organization History/Description (2) Keys to Success (3) Community Involvement and (4) Reason for Nomination

2016 APPLICATION FORM

Name of Organization: / Executive Director:
Email:
Organization address:
City, State, Zip:
Phone:
Website:
Number of Staff Members:
Number of Volunteers:
Year Organization Established and Year Joining Chamber:

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE ALL 4 QUESTIONS
BELOW FOR THE APPLICATION TO BE REVIEWED.
DEADLINE FOR ENTRY IS FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 2016
Email form to: Jena Ferguson at

Name of Business:

1. Provide a general description of your organization. Include primary goals and a brief history. (200 words max)
2. Outline your “keys to success” for your organization. (200 words max)

Name of Business:

3. Describe your organization’s community involvement, as well as individual employees’/volunteers’ efforts. Include awards received, offices/positions held, organizations supported, and special accomplishments and recognitions.
4. Provide any additional comments as to why your business should be chosen as the “2016Non-Profit of the Year” in Summerville/Dorchester County. (200 words max)

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