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The 2026 Annual Dinner & Community Awards Celebration is COMING SOON! This year the Rock Falls Chamber will be celebrating its milestone 70th year! We can't wait for you all to celebrate with us!  

Part of our Annual Dinner is celebrating the wonderful individuals and organizations in our community, and we need your help! Do you know of a business or individual doing fantastic work in the community? NOMINATE THEM!

What business in our area goes above and beyond to support the community or brings top notch hospitality? What person do you see volunteering and giving back? Give them the recognition they deserve! Nominations are needed by January 30th. For more information about the various awards, see down below.

               Nominations are OPEN for 2026!

All nominations will be presented to the Awards Committee, which is made up of past winners and area volunteers. The Awards Committee will review nominations and select an award recipient to be presented at the Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting and Dinner.  Selections will be made without regard to race, creed, or sex.  For more information please contact the Rock Falls Chamber at 815-625-4500.  

NOMINATE NOW!
Deadline January 30th 

The Professional Service Award honors the long term commitment of a Rock Falls professional.  The nominee’s service to the community has come directly through the work they have completed as a part of their employment, yet their work has made an outstanding impact on Rock Falls. Nominations for this award will be accepted every year, however awards may not be presented each year.  

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Nomination forms for Rock Falls’ prestigious Shoulder to the Wheel Award are available.  This special award is given each year at the Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting & Dinner. Nominees will be accepted in the following categories: Individual, Organization, and Youth Organization. While emphasis is given to work done in recent years, that work can be cumulative, or focused on one specific project. 

NEW Rising Star Award will be awarded to an establishment that has been in business for less that 2 years. This business has demonstrated tremendous growth, success, leadership and business skill. We look forward to having their business in our community for years to come.

NEW Member Business of the Year Award will be awarded to a Rock Falls Chamber Member business who has been in business longer than 2 years. They have created a lasting impression on the community by demonstrating successful customer service, services/products, leadership and community involvement.

 The Meritorious Service Award is awarded to recognize a person for their lifetime of leadership, volunteerism, and service. Their dedication to the community has been impactful and has created a stronger community. 

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