Movers of Mountains Community Awards Celebration
Movers of Mountains Gala
The third Annual Mover of Mountains Gala is coming up quickly! Please mark your calendar for Friday, May 16, 2025!
This is an evening of fun and festivities for the entire community! We begin at 5:30 with cocktails, appetizers, and bidding on silent auction items. We continue with a plated sit-down dinner and the presentation of awards and scholarships. We conclude with a live band and dancing into the night! This is an event not to be missed!
We are proud to again be awarding BACC Post High School Scholarships. Due to the success of our event last year, NINE $3000 scholarships will be awarded. Scholarship eligibility must meet one of the four following criteria:
- Beaverton School District graduate
- Beaverton resident
- Dependent of a current BACC member
- An employee of a current BACC member
that has graduated from high school or obtained their GED in 2023, 2024, or 2025. The scholarship may be used for any post-high-school education.
Scholarship Applications will open on February 8, 2025.
Nomination Time
For now, before all of the glitz of the gala, it is time for nominations! During the gala, we will present awards to the best of the best in Beaverton! From now through February 28, 2025, we will be accepting nominations in all of the following categories. Simply click on the buttons to submit your nominations. In March we will open voting for the top three candidates in each category. Finally, on May 16, 2025, at the Mover of Mountains Gala, we will present the awards "Academy Awards Style". We invite you to join us for every step of this process!
Purpose: In a world where greatness is measured by both deeds and character, we honor an individual whose life is an extraordinary tapestry of service and leadership.
Criteria:
Dedication to Service:
Their unwavering commitment to service has been a guiding force, impacting communities and lives throughout their journey.
Trailblazing Achievements:
From groundbreaking accomplishments to setting new standards, their life is marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Leadership and Mentorship:
Beyond holding leadership roles, they've inspired others through mentorship, shaping the leaders of tomorrow.
Unforgettable Character:
A magnetic personality and unwavering integrity define this larger-than-life individual, leaving an indelible impression on all they encounter.
As we celebrate a life of service, leadership, and profound impact, we honor an individual whose legacy inspires us to reach for greatness and contribute meaningfully to the world.
Beaverton's Living Legend 2024
The Biggi Family
Purpose: We're excited to spotlight a standout Beaverton Area Chamber member whose consistent contributions have significantly shaped the chamber's success.
Criteria: This current, in-good-standing member has gone above and beyond, playing a pivotal role in fostering collaboration and success within the chamber. Beyond membership, they embody the chamber's values, actively working towards its mission and betterment of the community. As a trusted advocate, this individual promotes chamber initiatives, contributing to its growth and overall well-being.
BACC Chamber Member of the Year 2024
Georgie Funk
Purpose: We acknowledge a longstanding Beaverton Area Chamber member, a business that has consistently demonstrated social responsibility, enhancing community life and setting high standards for living and working in and around Beaverton.
Criteria: This company's commitment to social responsibility, upheld over at least two years of Chamber membership, has significantly contributed to the betterment of our community.
BACC Corporate Partner of the Year 2024
Madden Industrial Craftsmen
Purpose: We honor this Beaverton resident for their unwavering commitment to the community. Recognized for outstanding achievements outside of business, they have positively impacted the well-being of Beaverton in remarkable ways, especially in the last two years.
Criteria: Emphasizing recent accomplishments, this resident's dedication goes beyond business, making a significant impact on the community's well-being.
Beaverton Community Member of the Year 2024
Monica Estrella
Purpose: We proudly recognize a small business (50 or fewer employees) for their significant contributions to our local economic growth. This award celebrates their successes and positive impact on our community.
Criteria: This esteemed business, a Beaverton Area Chamber member, has played a vital role in fostering local economic growth through their initiatives.
BACC Small Business Partner of the Year 2024
Syndicate Wine Bar
Purpose: Honor and commend a distinguished non-profit partner of the Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce for their outstanding service to our community. This award aims to celebrate their achievements and the positive influence they have had on the well-being of our community.
Criteria: This prestigious recognition is reserved for a non-profit organization that is a valued member of the Beaverton Area Chamber. The recipient has played a pivotal role in serving the Beaverton community, demonstrating a commitment to making a meaningful impact and contributing to the betterment of the local area.
BACC Non-Profit Partner of the Year 2024
Domestic Violence Resource Center
Purpose: To recognize an individual who goes above and beyond their role to ensure public safety and enhance the well-being of the Beaverton community.
Criteria: Honoring police officers, firefighters, public servants, or any individual making exceptional strides in public safety, this award highlights those who consistently exceed expectations, whether in their paid positions or through voluntary efforts.
Public Safety Excellence Award 2024
Officer Michel Wilson
Purpose: Recognizing an individual in Beaverton who excels in teaching, educating, instructing, counseling, or inspiring our youth.
Criteria: This award honors individuals demonstrating a unique ability to positively impact young lives through versatile mentorship, whether through teaching, coaching, instruction, or mentoring.
Dedication to Youth Excellence 2024
Louise Drow
Purpose: To recognize an individual who gives of their time and talents to enhance the quality of life in Beaverton. Their work leaves a positive impact on those they help.
Criteria: Active volunteers dedicated to benefiting the Beaverton community, individuals who do not receive financial compensation for their efforts, demonstrated positive impact on the well-being and quality of life in the community, contributions that directly improve the local community, and sustained and consistent commitment to community service over time.
Distinguished Voluntary Service 2024
Joan Corcoran
Purpose: Celebrate and honor a young Beaverton Area resident who demonstrates outstanding commitment to the city and actively contributes to the well-being and future development of generations to come.
Criteria: The selected young person should exemplify remarkable achievements in the community, showcasing dedication and hard work. This could manifest as either being an outstanding student who generously volunteers time to assist community members or demonstrating exceptional skill and ability in a particular area through sustained effort and dedication. The aim is to recognize individuals who, through their actions, make the city proud and represent the positive potential of future generations contributing to the city's growth and prosperity.
Youth Achievement Award 2024
Erica Griffiths
Purpose: To recognize and honor Military Service individuals (active or retired) in Beaverton who, in addition to their military duties, generously contribute their time and talents to enhance the community's quality of life. Their voluntary efforts have a positive impact on the lives of those they assist.
Criteria: Military Service individuals eligible for recognition must be either active duty or retired. Furthermore, they should not be receiving compensation for the specific contributions being acknowledged. This ensures that the recognition is directed towards their voluntary and unpaid community efforts, separate from their military service responsibilities.
Distinguished Military Contribution 2024
John Burkhart