Dear Coldwater Chamber Members,

We’re excited to kick off the new year by celebrating excellence in our community and sharing several important opportunities with you!

 

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72nd Annual Chamber Community Awards Dinner

This year marks the 72nd celebration of our Annual Chamber Community Awards Dinner—a significant milestone for the Coldwater Chamber of Commerce. This special evening is a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge and commend the businesses and community leaders whose remarkable contributions have positively impacted our region’s economic development and quality of life.

Nominations Are Open — Deadline January 18, 2026

We invite you to help us recognize those who make a difference!

• Complete the Online Nomination Form by January 18, 2026
  👉 https://www.coldwaterchamber.com/copy-of-70th-annual-community-awards

• Or stop by the Chamber office to pick up a physical nomination form.

Your nominations help make this celebration meaningful and representative of our incredible community.

 

We are currently seeking Event Sponsors for the Awards Dinner. Sponsorship is a great way to show your support while gaining visibility among Chamber members and community leaders.

Premier Awards Sponsors – $1,200

• The Sponsor Company will present the chosen sponsored award to the recipient candidate during the ceremony. Includes a V.I.P reception, 8 free meals for company representatives,  and two bottles of complimentary wine. 
   

• Business of the Year Sponsor

• Citizen of the Year Sponsor

• Educator of the Year Sponsor

• Outstanding Public Servant Sponsor

• Young Professional of the Year Sponsor

• Outstanding Community Program Sponsor

• The Chamber Legacy Sponsor

• Volunteer of the Year Sponsor

• Chamber Champion of the Year Sponsor
   

Second Tier – $500

• VIP Reception Sponsor

• Advertising Sponsor
   

Third Tier – $350

• Appetizer Sponsor

• Welcome Sponsor

  • Will get a table set up by the entrance door with your company logo, company hand-outs, and/ or giveaways.

• Media Sponsor

• Photo Booth Sponsor

• Photographer Sponsor
   

Fourth Tier – $300

• Music Entertainment Sponsor

• Entertainment Sponsor
   

Fifth Tier – $150

• Print Sponsor

• Program Sponsor
   

Sixth Tier – $100

• Signage Sponsor

• Invitation Sponsor

• Transportation Sponsor
   

Interested in sponsoring?
Please reach out to Lori Hunt at lori@coldwaterchamber.com or sign up online.

Wednesday, January 28th, 2026 @ 8 am

Stay ahead of the curve with our AI Training for Small Businesses Seminar, offered by the Coldwater Chamber of Commerce.

Tuesday, February 24
1:00 PM Eastern
This session features updated content and brand-new tools your business can put to work right away. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to level up, this training is designed with small businesses in mind.

Contact the Chamber today to sign up for this amazing class!

 

Tuesday, February 17th @ 8 a.m
 

Join us for the first annual Board Bites and Insights on Tuesday, February 17, at 8:00 a.m. at the Hope Café in downtown Coldwater.  Enjoy free coffee, light breakfast treats, and prize drawings while connecting with your Chamber of Commerce Board.

 

This informal morning gathering is an opportunity to hear a brief “2026 & Beyond” vision, learn about upcoming initiatives, including the annual awards banquet, and share your ideas and feedback on how the Chamber can best support our local business community.

Schedule Highlights:
• 8:00–8:15 a.m. | Networking, coffee, and breakfast
• 8:15–8:45 a.m. | Board introductions, Chamber mission, 2026 plans, and community Q&A

 

All members of the business community are welcome.  Bring a business card for prize drawings 

and come be part of the conversation as we work together to strengthen and grow our local business community.

 

Please use the link below to RSVP by Friday, February 14th, so we can plan accordingly.  You can also use the link to suggest questions or topics that you would like to have answered or hear about during the presentation.

 

BOARD BITES & INSIGHTS RSVP

 

Thank you for being an active part of the Coldwater Chamber of Commerce. We’re incredibly grateful for your continued support and are excited for all that 2026 has in store. We look forward to celebrating, learning, and growing together in the year ahead!

Warm regards,

Lori Hunt

Executive Director
Coldwater Chamber of Commerce