BEDFORD— The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce will host its 109th Annual Chamber Dinner on Thursday, Aug. 14, at the 4-H Fairgrounds Expo Hall — marking the return of the organization’s largest event of the year.
The evening kicks off with a social hour at 5:30 p.m., followed by a catered dinner, a keynote address, and the presentation of the 2025 Annual Chamber Awards. Attendees are encouraged to bring cash for a 50/50 drawing and the chance to win deluxe raffle baskets.
The Chamber is currently seeking sponsorships for the event. Platinum Sponsorships are available for $1,000 and include two tables of eight along with public recognition. Gold Sponsorships are available for $600 and include one table of eight and recognition. Individual tickets can also be purchased at $30 for Chamber members and $40 for non-members.
To reserve a sponsorship or purchase tickets, attendees are encouraged to complete the online form at https://forms.gle/ofeBFvLQDdtNQiU47, or contact Sally Miller, Membership & Communications Director, at member@bedfordchamber.com or by calling (812) 275-4493.
As part of the event, the Chamber is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Chamber Awards, which recognize outstanding contributions to the Bedford and Lawrence County community. Award categories include:
- Business Beautification Award: Honors a business that has enhanced its property’s appearance. Nominations should include a description of the improvements and, if available, photos. Last year’s winner was the Indiana Center for Recovery.
- Community Service Award: Celebrates an individual who has gone above and beyond in service to the community. Previous recipients include Marla Jones, George McNichols, and Shawna Girgis.
- Small Business of the Year: Recognizes a business with fewer than 100 employees that has shown notable growth or community impact. Harvest Health & Rehab received the award last year.
- Non-Profit of the Year: Acknowledges a local non-profit making strides in its mission while enriching lives in Lawrence County. Last year’s honoree was the Lawrence County Museum of History.
Nominations are due by Friday, July 18, and may be submitted through the online form at https://forms.gle/Dtp5ULz3AT841dSm7. Printable forms are also available upon request.
All nominees must be current members of the Bedford Chamber.
For more information, visit the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce at 1116 16th Street in Bedford, or call (812) 275-4493.
