Nominate a Ventura County Small Business by July 14. Celebrating Entrepreneurs, Leaders and Organizations Building a Better Future for Ventura
OXNARD — City Impact, Inc., a Ventura County–based nonprofit dedicated to serving at-promise youth and families since 1995, is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the Thrive Together Awards 2026 — the organization’s signature annual celebration of entrepreneurship, innovation and community impact, targeting small businesses and start-up organizations in Ventura County.
The Thrive Together awards ceremony will take place on Thursday, September 24, 2026 from 5:00–9:00 PM at the Museum of Ventura County in Ventura, California — fittingly timed during National Hispanic Heritage Month. Small business nominations are open now through Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
Community members are invited to nominate local entrepreneurs, leaders and organizations who exemplify leadership, creativity and compassion in their work across Ventura County. The Thrive Together Awards spotlight the changemakers building a stronger, more equitable future for everyone who lives and works here.
“Thrive Together Awards is a celebration of community bringing together local entrepreneurs, honoring their leadership and investing in the youth shaping our future,” offers Cynthia Torres, Executive Director of City Impact. “Every nomination, every ticket and every sponsorship helps us provide the programs, mentorship and opportunities that empower young people across Ventura County.”
2026 AWARD CATEGORIES
Thrive Together Awards 2026 will honor outstanding business leaders and organizations in nine categories:
• Progress and Peace Honoree
• Health Advocate Honoree
• Water & Wellness Honoree
• Nurture and Care Honoree
• Literacy & Learning Honoree
• Economic Empowerment Honoree
• Green Guardian Honoree
• Service Above Self Honoree
• Legacy Award Honoree
Nominations are open now through Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Community members are encouraged to submit nominations for local entrepreneurs and leaders who are making a meaningful difference in Ventura County. Submit your nomination at www.cityimpact.com.
ABOUT THRIVE TOGETHER AWARDS
The Thrive Together Awards is City Impact’s signature annual fundraising gala, bringing together more than 200 community members, business leaders and families to honor award recipients and experience youth-led art and business showcases. The evening features an Entrepreneur Awards Ceremony, Youth Art and Business Showcase, silent auction, dinner and networking – an unforgettable celebration of creativity, leadership and community connection.
The 2026 Thrive Together Awards will be held Thursday, September 24, 2026 from 5:00–9:00 PM at the Museum of Ventura County in Ventura, California. Ticket information and sponsorship opportunities will be announced soon. Proceeds directly support City Impact’s youth and family programs fostering growth, leadership and opportunity across Ventura County.
ABOUT CITY IMPACT, INC.
City Impact, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has served at-promise children, youth and families in Ventura County for three decades through culturally-sensitive counseling, mentorship and outreach programs. City Impact was named one of the “Best Places to Work 2024” by the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County.
With a team of 18 employees including licensed therapists and youth specialists, City Impact serves over 500 individuals annually, focusing primarily on the Hispanic/Latino population throughout Oxnard, Port Hueneme, El Rio, Nyeland Acres, Saticoy, Santa Paula, Fillmore, Piru and surrounding communities.
For tickets, nominations and sponsorship inquiries, contact Jennifer Ramirez at jramirez@cityimpact.com or (805) 983-3636 ext. 105, or visit www.cityimpact.com.
For media inquiries and any requests to interview City Impact leaders, please contact: Fiona Cherbak,fiona@themeparkstudios.com