2025
2025 Honoree
Margaret O'Brien
Founder, Chagrin Valley Food Pantry
Over 30 years, Margaret built the region's largest food assistance network, serving more than 4,000 families annually and inspiring a generation of volunteers.
A Legacy of Service
Past Honorees
Since 2010, the Chagrin Valley Community Builders Award has recognized individuals whose extraordinary dedication has shaped the fabric of our community.
2024
2024 Honoree
Dr. James Whitfield
Pediatrician & Youth Mentor
Dr. Whitfield established free after-school health clinics and mentorship programs that have supported over 2,000 at-risk youth across the valley.
2023
2023 Honoree
Sandra Kowalski
Executive Director, Valley Arts Alliance
Sandra transformed a struggling arts nonprofit into a thriving cultural hub, bringing arts education to every public school in the district.
2022
2022 Honoree
Robert Chen
Small Business Advocate & Chamber President
Robert's tireless advocacy helped over 150 small businesses survive the pandemic through grant programs and community purchasing initiatives he personally organized.
Know someone who deserves recognition?
Nominations for the 2027 award are open year-round.