A+ Awards Dinner

Each year the Chamber bestows A+ Awards to individuals and organizations that enrich the life of the community through their work in education, business, and civic engagement across the area that the Chamber serves (Amherst, Belchertown, Hadley, Leverett, Pelham, Shutesbury, and Sunderland) and the valley as a whole.

2026 A+ Awards Dinner

Thursday, November 12, 2026

UMass Student Union Ballroom

5 - 8 PM

Submit a Nomination for the 2026 A+ Awards!

The A+ Awards

Legacy Award recognizes an individual/business for their outstanding contributions to the Amherst area over their career and the lasting impact their work will have on future generations.

Leader in Innovation Award recognizes entrepreneurs who craft creative solutions and redefine the way the Amherst area lives, works, and learns.

Leader in Sustainability Award recognizes a business, organization, or individual for their contribution to creating a sustainable Amherst area, preserving and ensuring its vitality for future generations.

Emerging Business Leader Award honors an emerging business or individual who has a positive presence in and has made a significant impact in the Amherst area.

Community Service Award honors a business, non-profit, or individual which has benefited the lives of the Amherst area community through their work and outreach.

Chamber MVP is an individual who truly embodies the mission of the Amherst Area Chamber as a convener, connector, and catalyst for business and community development.