Citizen of the Year Nominations are OPEN!
W
ho is making a difference in the Greater Manchester community? Now is your chance to recognize them.
Since 1954, the Greater Manchester Chamber has honored remarkable leaders in our community by recognizing one outstanding individual each year as our Citizen of the Year. We are excited to announce Citizen of the Year nominations for our next honoree are now open!
We invite you to carefully reflect on potential candidates for this distinguished award. This is an opportunity to honor an individual who has exemplified exceptional leadership and service for the greater good. We encourage you to think about why your nominee stands out as well as reflect on the significant impact they have made over the last year within the Greater Manchester community. Our Past Citizens of the Year include some of the most influential leaders who have profoundly shaped and guided our community.
The deadline for nominations is Friday, October 23. Click here to nominate someone today! Scroll to the bottom of the page for the Nomination Form. The requirements for a complete Citizen of the Year submission are as follows:
Nomination Form, including:
- Nominee Information
- Nominator Information
- Nominee Areas of Contribution
Document Uploads:
- Nominee Qualifications
- Nominee Biographical Sketch
- Letters of Recommendation (Minimum of 3)
The celebration honoring the 2026 Citizen of the Year will take place on Wednesday, March 3, 2027 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Manchester. Save the date!
Know someone who deserves to be our next Citizen of the Year? Nominate them today!
Submit Your Nomination Here
Have questions? Email COY@manchester-chamber.org.
