As one of the most anticipated community events in Salem each year and our annual opportunity to recognize our most distinguished and deserving servant leaders, the First Citizen Awards Banquet will be extra special in 2026 as we commemorate the event’s 75th year!
We not only invite you to attend on Saturday, April 18, but also to submit a nomination for someone you feel is deserving of recognition for playing their part in making our community a special place.
Nominees for First Citizen, Distinguished Service Award, and Outstanding Young Professional should be individuals who — through their business, volunteering, and philanthropic efforts — improve the lives of those in the community by serving first.
Nomination Form: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/981516443583472cafec0833c2cf978a
The nomination window closes on February 27, 2026, so make sure to nominate a worthy individual today!
Event Info:
DATE: Saturday, April 18, 2026
TIME: 5:00PM Reception, 6:00PM Program
LOCATION: Salem Convention Center
Join fellow business and non-profit leaders for an evening of entertainment as we recognize the philanthropists, community leaders, and volunteers who give their time, treasure, and talent every day to make Salem a better place to live and work.
REGISTER HERE: https://salemchamber.org/events/first-citizen/
Thank you to our First Citizen Awards Banquet Presenting Sponsors, Pioneer Trust Bank and the Mountain West Center for Community Excellence, for making this premier Salem event possible.
