2026 WMHCC Annual Awards Gala & Fundraiser

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Name: 2026 WMHCC Annual Awards Gala & Fundraiser
Date: May 21, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM EDT
Registration: Register Now
Event Description:

The West Michigan Hispanic Chamber’s premier event, the Annual Awards Gala & Fundraiser, celebrates seven organizations and individuals for their dedication, hard work, and positive impact on the local Hispanic community. The recognition categories include:

  • Hispanic Business of the Year
  • Emerging Hispanic Business of the Year
  • Most Promising Hispanic Business of the Year
  • Hispanic Businessperson of the Year
  • Young Hispanic Professional of the Year
  • Building Bridges Award
  • Non-Profit Champion Award

The event celebrates not only the award winners but also the rich Hispanic culture in West Michigan. In 2024, over 650 people were in attendance.

Parking: Parking is available at the JW Marriott Ramp or through the valet service provided by the hotel at either entrance. Special event rates are $8 for the ramp and $15 for valet parking. Please bring your ticket with you for validation to receive the event rates. Note that parking availability is not guaranteed.

Attire: Business professional or cocktail attire, with black tie optional.

Registration: Upon arrival at the venue, please visit the registration table to retrieve your name tag, which will include your table number.


Volunteers Needed! Get a discounted ticket for $65. Contact Clarissa Mata at clarissa@westmihcc.org before purchasing your ticket for volunteer sign-up and promo code.

Location:

JW Marriott GR
International Ballroom

235 Louis St NW.
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Date/Time Information:

May 21, 2026
Registration Opens: 5:30pm
Networking: 6:00pm-6:45pm
Event begins at 6:45pm
Programs ends at 8:45pm
Bar and live music until 10pm

Contact Information:
Clarissa Mata
Fees/Admission:

Members: $150
Non-Members: $200


Sponsored tables of 8 available! 
Please contact Clarissa Mata at 616-452-3960 or clarissa@westmihcc.org for sponsorship information. 

IMPORTANT NOTES:
** Registration CLOSES two weeks prior to the event on MAY 4, 2026. DO NOT DELAY PURCHASING YOUR TICKETS
**Purchasing individual tickets does not guarantee you will be sat together. 
**Members must be active with dues paid in system to register with discounted fee.

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