2026 Gala - Community Partner of the Year

The WBCS Parade of Stars Awards honor WBE and Corporate Members

who go above and beyond to ensure the successes of women-owned businesses.

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Response Tip
Providing context and quantitative examples makes a response more impactful.

Deadline
The deadline is 11:59pm CST on Wednesday, December 10.

Reveal
The winners are announced at the WBCS Parade of Stars Awards Gala on Friday, January 30, 2026.

Questions?

Contact WBCS Senior Director of Programs, Elizabeth Garner, at egarner@wbcsouthwest.org.

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Your Information

Name

Company

Nominee Questions

Why does your organization deserve recognition in general for its work?

What capacity building programs or activities does your organization provide to help small and women-owned suppliers grow and increase competitiveness?

How many WBCS events have you supported through marketing efforts, speaking opportunities, or attendance?

How has the organization delivered positive impact on an important community issue?

If you win this award, you will be introduced to the audience. What verbiage would you like us to use to talk about your company and why you're the Community Partner of the Year? (This can include verbiage from your other responses.)