Non-Profit of the Year Nomination

Non-Profit of the Year Award Criteria:

The Non-Profit of the Year Award recognizes organizations that provide exceptional service to the Bastrop community, demonstrate strong leadership, and maintain sound management practices.

Eligible organizations must have been in operation for at least three years and be members in good standing with the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce.

Nominees should demonstrate excellence in one or more of the following areas:

• Be an active 501(c) 3 organization located and operating within the Bastrop area.
• Exhibit outstanding support for the Bastrop area through community contributions while adhering to the organization’s mission.
• Create a positive influence and impact on the citizens of the Bastrop community.
• The mission, objectives, and goals of the organization reflect a vital community need.
• Maintain a reputation for integrity in interactions with clients, volunteers, staff, and other groups or individuals.
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility with measurable outcomes from their initiatives.
• Previous recipients are not eligible.
• Members of the Board of Directors and the Nominations Committee are not eligible.

Incomplete nomination forms will not be considered.

Nominations are accepted year-round, but to be considered for recognition at the January Award Luncheon and Chamber Banquet, applications must be submitted by the second Friday in November at 5:00 p.m.