2026 Community Awards Finalists!
The moment has arrived! 🎬✨
We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Community Awards finalists! These outstanding businesses, organizations, and community leaders have been recognized for the meaningful impact they make throughout the Danville Area.
From business excellence and community leadership to the people and organizations that go above and beyond, this year’s finalists represent the incredible talent, heart, and spirit that make our community so special.
Congratulations to all of our finalists! Being named a finalist is an honor in itself, and we are excited to celebrate each of you at our 2026 Community Awards Gala: Lights! Camera! Community!
Now, let’s meet the finalists… 🎥🏆
BEST PROMOTIONAL CAMPAIGN AWARD
for best marketing business |
BOX OFFICE SUCCESS AWARD
for best retail business |
BREAKTHROUGH PERFORMANCE AWARD
for emerging business of the year |
• Danville & Blackhawk Living
• Let it Glow Rentals
• Trending Now |
• Amphora Danville
• Cottage Jewel Antiques
• Rothchilds Boutique |
• Cuppa Yo Danville
• Family Optical of Danville
• Swan Medical |
CRAFT SERVICES AWARD
for best restaurant, bakery, catering business |
FINANCIAL EXCELLENCE AWARD
for best financial services business |
HUMANITARIAN AWARD
for nonprofit of the year |
• Albi’s
• Lottie’s Creamery
• Old Towne Danville Bakery |
• Mechanics Bank
• Pacific Wealth Planning
• Farmers Insurance |
• Danville Children’s Guild
• Discovery Counseling Center
• Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay |
INDEPENDENT STUDIO AWARD
for best home-based business |
LEADING ROLE AWARD
for businessperson of the year |
PRODUCTION DESIGN AWARD
for best builder, construction, design business |
• Laura Shipley SLP
• Poptastic Parties
• Scott’s Wine Taste |
• Dr. Deb Smith-Hemphill
• Dr. Neetu Nebhwani
• Lara George |
• Bellissimo Decor
• Camellia Cabinetry & More
• Mindful Construction Inc. |
THE EMERALD SPOTLIGHT AWARD
for best green/sustainable business |
THE GLOW-UP AWARD
for best health, wellness, fitness or beauty business |
THE GOLDEN KEY AWARD
for best real estate business |
THE PRODUCER’S AWARD
for best business services |
• Family Matters
• Secret Garden Landscapes
• Top Junk California |
• Atlina Chiropractic
• Current Salon
• Make Up by Sarah Fendrich |
• Dudum Real Estate
• Khrista Jarvis Team
• Nicolette Courteau |
• Go Far Consulting
• Horst Legal Counsel
• Old Republic Title |
Winners to be Revealed at the Gala!
