Please fill out the form below to accept your nomination for the Hidden Gem Award.

The Hidden Gem award celebrates a small business that may not be widely known but has made a significant impact on its community through exceptional service, unique offerings, and/or dedicated customer engagement.

Please complete by October 7th, 2026.

Business / Organization Name *

Contact Person *

Email *

Phone *

Brief Business Bio *

Maximum 250 words

Business Anniversary Date *

Describe the unique offerings and exceptional services your business provides that make it a significant yet not widely known contributor to the community. *

Maximum 350 words. Submissions over 350 words may disqualify from entry.

How has your business engaged with and impacted its local community? *

Maximum 350 words. Submissions over 350 words may disqualify from entry.

Eligibility Requirement 1: *

I confirm this organization is an active, for-profit business.

Eligibility Requirement 2: *

I confirm this organization is located in OR operating in Lunenburg or Queens County.

Eligibility Requirement 3 - Hidden Gem: *

I confirm this organization is independently owned and operated business with no more than 20 employees.

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