Estrella De La Noche HDHCC 2025

AWARD NOMINATION FORM

Celebrating Excellence. Honoring Legacy. Inspiring the Future.

Nominate the trailblazers, changemakers, and shining stars shaping the High Desert’s future.

Save The Date: Friday, December 5, 2025

Because every great story deserves to be celebrated.

The 2025 Estrella de la Noche Awards is your chance to shine a spotlight on the people, businesses, and organizations transforming our community. From visionary leaders to rising stars, we’re honoring the dreamers, the doers, and the legacy builders who make the High Desert thrive.

This year, six prestigious awards will recognize excellence across business, leadership, and community impact:

  • Amistad – President’s Choice Award
  • Chairwoman’s Choice Award
  • Emerging Star (Non-Profit)
  • Emerging Star (For-Profit Business)
  • Community Champion (Non-Profit)
  • Community Champion For-Profit Business)

Nominate someone extraordinary today—and help us celebrate those who are lighting the way for the High Desert’s future.

2025 Estrella Awards Criteria

 

 

Honoring the Chamber’s greatest partner—an organization whose legacy of partnership, vision, and impact embodies the very heartbeat of our community.

Award Criteria

  • Reserved for one outstanding organization that has stood as the Chamber’s greatest partner over the past year(s).

  • Demonstrates unwavering alignment with the values, mission, and vision of the High Desert Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

  • Has been a true heartbeat of the region, uplifting and advancing the growth of the small business community.

  • Works side by side with the Chamber in fostering prosperity, opportunity, and empowerment.

  • Builds a legacy of excellence through leadership, vision, and meaningful contributions to both the Chamber and the broader community.

  • Recognized as a distinguished partner whose mark of impact is lasting and deeply felt.

Recognizing a visionary leader whose dedication, impact, and spirit of service leave a lasting mark on our community.

Award Criteria

  • Reserved for an individual, business, or organization demonstrating exceptional dedication, leadership, and impact in the community.

  • Selected personally by the Chairwoman, reflecting her values, vision, and commitment to recognizing extraordinary service.

  • Honors those whose contributions extend beyond professional achievements, reflecting a true passion for community growth, equity, and empowerment.

  • Recognizes leaders who embody resilience, innovation, and integrity, shaping opportunities for others.

  • Celebrates those who understand that true leadership is measured by the positive difference made in people’s lives.

Honoring a rising non-profit that has quickly become a beacon of hope and service for our community.

Award Criteria

  • A non-profit launched in the last few years that has made a big impact in a short time.

  • Has shown strong community support through volunteers, partnerships, or funding.

  • Provides programs or services that meet real needs and uplift families in our region.

  • Is building a future of sustainability and continued growth.

Celebrating a dynamic new business whose rapid growth and vision are fueling opportunity and progress in our region.

Award Criteria

  • A business started in the last few years that has experienced fast, remarkable growth.

  • Offers services or products that are in high demand and stand out in the community.

  • Creates local jobs and adds to the economic vitality of our region.

  • Shows a commitment to customer service and community involvement.

Honoring a legacy non-profit whose years of service have built hope, strength, and lasting impact in our community.

Award Criteria

  • A non-profit that has served the community for many years with lasting impact.

  • Built a trusted legacy of service, advocacy, and leadership.

  • Provides programs that are effective, sustainable, and continue to make a difference.

Celebrating a distinguished business whose legacy of excellence and community commitment continues to shape our region.

Award Criteria

  • A business that has become a pillar of excellence in the High Desert.

  • Known for its legacy brand and outstanding reputation.

  • Continues to give back through community involvement, philanthropy, and support.

2025 Estrella de la Noche Awards Nomination Form

Terms and Conditions

  • The closing date for nominations is Sunday, October 12, 2025.
  • There is no cost to enter a nomination, and you can nominate as many individuals or  as you’d like.
  • The selection committee’s decision is final and any dispute or appeal will not be considered.
  • HDHCC reserves the right to check the information contained in the nomination form.
  • HDHCC reserves the right to re-categorize nominations if appropriate.
  • The winner of each category is required to attend the awards, as mandated by the organization.
  • Each selected finalist will receive a complimentary ticket to attend the Awards.
  • The organizers reserve the right to retain entries, photographs & videos from the Estrella de la Noche Awards Gala for subsequent publication or exhibition in relation to HDHCC and its publications.
  • I consent to have HDHCC collect all information submitted through this form to receive marketing and promotional materials from HDHCC and affiliated partners.