The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Gilbert Independent/Independent Newsmedia, Gilbert Public Schools, Higley Unified School District, and the Town of Gilbert, is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the 29th Annual Gilbert Community Excellence Awards.
This annual Signature Event honors individuals and organizations making a lasting impact in business, education, civic leadership, and volunteerism. Categories from each event partner include:
Chandler-Gilbert Community College – Education Awards
Faculty Member of the Year
Staff Member of the Year
Gilbert Chamber of Commerce – Business Awards
Spirit of Business Award
Visionary Award
Leon Uhlhorn Chairman's Award
Gilbert Independent/Independent Newsmedia – Community Awards
Beautification Award
Geneva Clay Community Volunteer Award
Young Hero's Award
Gilbert Public Schools – Education Awards
Dr. Walter Delecki Educator of the Year Award (Primary and Secondary)
Mrs. Sharon Orr Support Staff of the Year Award
Mrs. Sheila Rogers Uggetti Volunteer of the Year Award
Higley Unified School District – Education Awards
Educator of the Year Award (Primary and Secondary)
Support Staff of the Year Award
Volunteer of the Year Award
Town of Gilbert – Municipal Awards
Municipal Volunteer of the Year
Tim Dorn Public Safety Award
How to Nominate
Submit your nominations online by August 28, 2025, at gilbertaz.com/gcea-nomination-form
. Please include specific examples of how your nominee has made an impact.
Save the Date
Award recipients will be honored at the 29th Annual Gilbert Community Excellence Awards, presented by Colair Beauty Lounge and Med Spa, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert.
For event details, visit Event Information. Join us in celebrating the people and organizations that make Gilbert an extraordinary place to live, work, and thrive.