Community Awards

The Three Lakes Area Visitors Bureau is continuing our new tradition of annually recognizing the accomplishments of our partners, non-profit organizations, and area businesses and individuals. Nominations are considered for the following awards: Business of the Year, Non-Profit of the Year, Ambassador of the Year, and Emerging Business of the Year.

Congratulations to our 2025 Finalists! Please join us on October 22nd at 5 pm at Big Stone Golf Course for the awards ceremony to find out the winners. Register for your free ticket here.

THE AWARDS

Business of the Year Award: Business of the Year is presented to the business that has demonstrated innovative economic and business growth, provides dedication to customer service and is active in the Three Lakes community. Awarded to an area business that has been in business for over 5 years. Previous winners: Big Stone Golf Course, Scottie's Bait & Tackle.

Non-Profit of the Year Award: The Non-Profit of the Year award is presented to a service organization or public institution that is dedicated to community service and leadership and develops innovative programs to serve the community over time. Previous winners: Three Lakes Dog Park, Three Lakes Trails. 

Emerging Business of the Year: The Emerging Business of the Year award recognizes a small business that has contributed to the Three Lakes community's economic vitality and demonstrated revenue growth and staying power. The business must have operated for less than five years. Previous winners: The Brew Station, Deja Brew.

Ambassador of the Year: In its fifth year, the ambassador of the award shall be given to an individual who has exhibited exemplary service and commitment to Three Lakes over the past year, through time, energy, and dedication for the good of the community.

If you have any questions about the awards, please contact our office at 715.546.3344 or events@threelakes.com.