A Heartfelt Thank You to Our 37th Annual Excellence in Community Development Awards Sponsors

Progress 64 West extends our deepest gratitude to every organization, partner, and community leader who supported and participated in the 37th Annual Excellence in Community Development Awards – Champions in Action. Your generosity, presence, and belief in our mission made this year’s celebration not only successful, but profoundly meaningful.

To our sponsors at every level—from Title Sponsor Friendship Village to our many partnering businesses, civic organizations, financial institutions, developers, educators, and service providers—thank you for standing with us in championing regional progress. Your commitment reflects the spirit of collaboration that strengthens St. Louis, St. Charles, and the entire region.

Because of your support, our Entrepreneurial Scholarships continue to grow, empowering the next generation of innovators who will shape the economic and civic future of our community. These scholarships open doors for young leaders who embody the values of creativity, determination, and service—qualities that mirror the work you do each day.

Your sponsorship also fuels the ongoing mission of Progress 64 West:

• Promoting regional cooperation

• Supporting economic development initiatives

• Convening thought leaders and community partners

• Honoring those whose vision elevates the communities we serve

This event is a testament to what is possible when business leaders, public officials, educators, and nonprofit organizations come together with a shared purpose. You make this work possible, and your partnership ensures that our region remains a place where progress is not just an aspiration, but a reality.

On behalf of the Progress 64 West Board of Directors, thank you for your dedication, your leadership, and your unwavering support. We look forward to continuing this important work—together.