Spirit of Our Community Awards 2026

Each year, the Chamber proudly presents the Spirit of Our Community Awards celebrating the people and organizations whose passion and dedication make the Cashiers area shine. These awards honor the leaders, visionaries, and everyday heroes who inspire us all. A selection committee will choose this year's honorees, who will be recognized at a special reception on November 12 at Micas Mountain Kitchen from 5:00 - 7:00 and showcased in the 52nd Annual Cashiers Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 5 at 3:00 p.m.

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Select one award for your nominee

Citizen of the Year

Businessperson of the Year

Educator of the Year

Volunteer of the Year

Arts & Culture Advocate of the Year

Evergreen Award

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Please consider the following: How does your nominee’s efforts directly benefit the Cashiers Area community? What are the most specific results of their efforts? Do they have a history of commitment and accomplishment? Has their contribution resulted from volunteer or business-related efforts? How has their efforts motivated others to follow their lead in community service?

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