Redbank Valley Chamber of Commerce

Annual Membership Dinner

Celebrate the people, businesses and community partnerships that help the Redbank Valley thrive.

Dinner informationAwards & nominations

2027 dinner information

The annual membership dinner celebrates the people, businesses and community partnerships that help the Redbank Valley thrive.

Usual timeframe
March
2027 date, time and venue
To be determined
Menu and reservation fee
To be announced
Reservation and nomination deadlines
To be announced

We will publish the confirmed arrangements here when available. In the meantime, explore the award categories, past recipients and general nomination forms below.

Interested in helping or donating an auction item? Contact the Chamber or call 814-275-3929.

Community recognition

Awards & community recognition

Celebrating the neighbors, businesses and organizations whose service strengthens the Redbank Valley.

How to nominate someone

Those making nominations should explain in writing why, in their opinion, the nominee of either award should receive the award. Any member of the community is welcomed to make a nomination. Neither those nominating nor those nominated need to be members of the Redbank Valley Chamber of Commerce. Nominations should be sent to the Redbank Valley Chamber of Commerce, Award Nominations, 309 Broad Street, Suite 2, New Bethlehem, PA 16242. Winners will be honored at the Chamber’s Annual Dinner.

Citizen of the Year Award

The award is designed to honor an individual for their community involvement as a volunteer, employer or employee in the Redbank Valley area during the previous year or years. Nominees will be judged on their individual contributions to the quality of life and growth of the Redbank Valley either as to recent accomplishments or service to the community. The award is open to anyone who lives or works in the Redbank Valley area.

Business of the Year Award

Those nominated for the Business of the Year award should be in good standing with the chamber for at least one year, and show community involvement such as time donated for community projects. Sponsorships and contributions of financial resources or facilities, labor and equipment will also be considered. Nominees will be judged on their business’ individual contributions to the quality of life and growth of the Redbank Valley either as to recent accomplishments or for many years of service to the community.

Past recipients · A–Z

Citizen of the Year

Celebrating individuals whose service makes a lasting difference in our community.

  1. 2007Amanda Coon
  2. 2022Amy Rupp
  3. 1995Ann Kopnisky
More recipients · A–Z (33)
  1. 2011Ben & Mary Lou Shindledecker
  2. 2014Bill Wills
  3. 2003Bruce Yount
  4. 1996Community Award
  5. 1987Darl Hetrick
  6. 2015Dianna Brothers
  7. 2017Ed Goth
  8. 1991Ed McLafferty
  9. 1988Florence Traister
  10. 2004Gene Hoak
  11. 2005Harry Kehr
  12. 2001Jackie Quinn
  13. 2021Jeff Miller
  14. 1989Jim Merwin
  15. 2010Joe Harmon
  16. 1992John Milliren
  17. 1997Joseph Shaw
  18. 2009Judy Hetrick
  19. 2016Judy Williams
  20. 2013Julie Evans
  21. 2008Keith & Toni Stahlman
  22. 1998Mark Wyant
  23. 1990Norma Reichard
  24. 1986Randy Stahlman
  25. 2019Ray Ishman
  26. 2018Rhonda McMillen Toth
  27. 2002Ryan Wells
  28. 2006Sandy Mateer
  29. 2000Susan Huber
  30. 1999Thomas Seidle
  31. 2012Tim Murray
  32. 1993Vince Dougherty
  33. 1994William George
Past recipients · A–Z

Business of the Year

Recognizing businesses and organizations that help the Redbank Valley thrive.

  1. 1993American Legion Post 354
  2. 2014A-Plus Sunoco
  3. 2019Beamer Enterprises
More recipients · A–Z (33)
  1. 2016Brick House Bed and Breakfast
  2. 1999C.C. Fair Association
  3. 2017Char-Val Candies
  4. 1988Christmas Village Committee
  5. 1996Community Award
  6. 2012C.P. Leach Agency
  7. 2004Dougherty Real Estate
  8. 2006Drake Mortgage
  9. 2010Edgewood Heights
  10. 2002Food Pantry
  11. 2011Gumtown Garage
  12. 1994H.B. DeViney
  13. 2013J.M. Smuckers
  14. 2018Joe’s Pizza & Restaurant
  15. 1997Leader Vindicator
  16. 2008Little Bird Preschool
  17. 2021M&S Meats
  18. 1989N.B. Bank
  19. 2000N.B. Civic Club
  20. 2001N.B. Library
  21. 1991N.B. Lions Club
  22. 1995N.B. Moose Lodge 366
  23. 2005Redbank Chevy
  24. 1998Redbank Valley Subway
  25. 2009Reddinger Electric
  26. 1986R.V. Ambulance Company
  27. 1992R.V. Church Association
  28. 1990R.V. Jaycees
  29. 2007Shirey Overhead Doors
  30. 2003S & T Bank
  31. 2022Tom’s Riverside
  32. 2015Valley Advantages
  33. 1987Valley Thrift Shop
Past recipients · A–Z

Lifetime Achievement

Honoring years of dedication, leadership and service.

  1. 2019Allen Shirey
  2. 2008Arnold Dinger
  3. 2011Benjamin Kundick
More recipients · A–Z (6)
  1. 2013Charles P. Leach Jr.
  2. 2009Edward McLafferty
  3. 2010Jack Milliren
  4. 2016Marl V. Nolf
  5. 2017Rev. John Phillips
  6. 2015W. Patrick Conners
Past recipients · A–Z

Good Neighbor

Celebrating the people and organizations who lend a helping hand.

  1. 2009American Legion Post #354
  2. 2015Charlie Wyant
  3. 1988John Brooks & Diana Crissman
More recipients · A–Z (6)
  1. 2017Mary Benton
  2. 1990N.B., Hawthorn, Distant Fire Companies
  3. 2010Reichard Family
  4. 2013R.V. Community Center
  5. 2008R.V. Municipal Authority
  6. 2012R.V. Trails Association
Past recipients · A–Z

Entrepreneur Award

Recognizing the initiative and vision behind local enterprise.

  1. 2019The Dougherty Family

Thank you to our Chinese auction donors!

Businesses are encouraged to donate items for the auctions. Call 724-525-9844 with questions. The published donor table contains no names at present.

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Connect with the Chamber

Redbank Valley Chamber of Commerce
309 Broad Street, Suite 2
New Bethlehem, PA 16242

Call 814-275-3929 or contact the Chamber office for current event arrangements. Fax: 814-275-4269.