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Citizens Awards

Overview: The Citizens Awards shine a national spotlight on companies that lead with purpose. For more than 25 years, the Corporate Citizenship Awards have recognized businesses for their leadership in solving the world's biggest challenges.

Geographic Scope: National (US)

Focus Areas: The awards are given in nine categories, reflecting the most innovative and impactful corporate citizenship initiatives that leverage a company's talent, resources, and expertise to improve communities. Focus areas include:

  • Civics

  • Corporate Social Responsibility

  • Disasters

  • Education

  • Workforce

  • Emerging Issues

  • And other community impact areas

    • Eligibility:

  • Businesses, chambers of commerce, and trade associations

  • Small businesses, large companies, and local chambers of commerce

  • No limit on the number of nominations an organization can submit

    • Award Details:

  • Award Categories: Nine categories

  • Fees: There is no fee to nominate

  • Recognition: Finalists announced in fall; winners revealed at the Business Solves Conference (held October 28-29)

    • Contact Information:

  • Sponsorship inquiries: Rebecca Mousseau

  • Media inquiries: Sydney Lewis

  • Social Media: @USCCFoundation on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and Instagram

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    • Submission Method: Online nomination
    • Deadline: June 27, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET
    • Fee: No fee to nominate
    • Multiple Submissions: No limit on the number of nominations an organization can submit

      Timeline

    • Nominations due: June 27, 2025
    • Finalists announced: Fall 2025
    • Winners announced: October 28-29, 2025 at Business Solves Conference
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