The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is nearing its deadline for nominations for the Community and Educator Awards. The awards recognize individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the community. The Community Awards honor businesses, non-profits, and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to the community. The Educator Awards recognize teachers, administrators, and staff who have gone above and beyond to provide high-quality education. Nominations are being accepted until July 26, and the awards will be presented at a ceremony in August. The Community Awards include categories such as Business of the Year, Non-Profit of the Year, and Citizen of the Year. The Educator Awards include categories such as Teacher of the Year, Administrator of the Year, and Support Staff of the Year. The awards are sponsored by local businesses and organizations, and the winners will receive a plaque and recognition at the ceremony. The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization that promotes economic development and community growth. The chamber has over 800 members, including businesses, non-profits, and individuals. The Community and Educator Awards are just one of the many programs and events offered by the chamber. The chamber also offers networking opportunities, professional development workshops, and advocacy for local businesses. The nominations for the awards are open to the public, and anyone can submit a nomination. The nominees will be reviewed by a selection committee, and the winners will be announced in August. The awards ceremony will be held at a local venue, and it will be open to the public. The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is encouraging everyone to nominate deserving individuals and organizations for the awards. The chamber believes that the awards will help to recognize and reward the hard work and dedication of community members. The awards will also help to promote community pride and appreciation for the contributions of local individuals and organizations. The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is committed to supporting and promoting the local community, and the Community and Educator Awards are just one way that the chamber is working to achieve this goal.