2025 Champions in Action Sponsors

Sponsors for the 37th Annual
Excellence in Community Development Awards

Title Sponsor

Partnering Sponsors

Progress Sponsors

Christian Rowe, BFA™

Gold Sponsors

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Silver Sponsors

American Welding Academy
Monarch Fire Department
SIKICH
Gardius Wealth Advisors
Tom Shaw Foundation
American Welding Academy

The 37th Annual Excellence in Community Development Awards

Wednesday, November 26th, 2025

Hilton St. Louis Frontenac

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Title Sponsor

You’re Invited to the 2025 - 37th Annual Excellence in Community Development Awards - an unforgettable luncheon where we shine a spotlight on the heart and soul of our region—those who go above and beyond to make our communities thrive.

Our theme, Champions in Action, honors the everyday heroes among us—visionaries, volunteers, and organizations whose impact ripples far beyond the headlines. It’s a celebration of grit, generosity, and the spirit of service.

Reserve your spot today—or a sponsorship, a full table for your team or individual tickets for an afternoon of inspiration and connection.

The Progress 64 Entrepreneurial Scholarship was established by Progress 64 West, a partnership of citizens, businesses, and civic leaders. The Scholarship aims to support, encourage, and foster young entrepreneurs who go to school and live inSt. Louis City, St. Louis County, or St. Charles County. One-year scholarships of $5,000 will be awarded to winning applicants for use at vocational schools or at two-and four-year colleges and universities in the upcoming academic year.

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Champions in Action

They’re the doers, the connectors, the visionaries who turn ideas into impact. Whether launching initiatives, building partnerships, or simply showing up with purpose, Champions in Action are united by a deep commitment to community and a belief in a better future.

Excellence in Community Development Awards

Every year we honor individuals and organizations who have made extraordinary efforts to improve our region. This year's Excellence in Community Development Award recipients are Champions in Action both individually and for the organizations they represent, creating a beautiful future for our region and the people in it.