Distinguished Service Award Nominations Due
Friday, December 18th, 2026 by 4pm
DSA Banquet is Saturday, March 13th, 2027
Friday, December 18th, 2026 by 4pm
DSA Banquet is Saturday, March 13th, 2027
Distinguished Service Nomination Form
Business Nomination Form
Non-Profit Nomination Form
See Past DSA Winners Here
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Recognizes an individual whose sustained leadership, dedication, and service have made an extraordinary and enduring impact on the Albany community. This prestigious award celebrates a legacy of meaningful contributions, spanning decades, that has helped shape and strengthen our community for generations to come.
- Jim Linhart First Citizen Award: Honors an individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, service, and dedication to improving the Albany community. Through their professional contributions, volunteerism, civic engagement, and community involvement, this individual has made a significant and lasting positive impact and serves as an inspiration to others.
- Emerging Leader Award: Honors an individual who is demonstrating exceptional leadership, initiative, and commitment to making a positive impact in the Albany community. This award recognizes young professional who is actively pursuing servant leadership and volunteerism, making meaningful contributions and a positive impact.
- Large Chamber Business of the Year (25+ Employees)
- Small Chamber Business of the Year (Less than 25 employees)
- Non-Profit of the Year (All Non-Profits)
- Distinguished Student of the Year (Not available for public nominations. One senior high school student finalist chosen from West, South, Albany Options and Santiam Christian.)
If you have any questions or are in need of assistance, please contact Jadyn at jbaskin@albanychamber.com or call 541-926-1517
DSA Nomination Deadline - 12/18/26
Date and Time
Friday Dec 18, 2026