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36th Annual Van Rensselaer Awards Dinner


Thursday, September 17
05:30 pm - 08:00 pm
Thursday, September 17th, 2026, from 5:30PM - 8:00PM
Hilton Garden Inn Troy , 235 Hoosick St, Troy, NY 12180
$235 per individual | $500 Honorary Committee | $2,150 per table of 8
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Save the date for our 36th Annual Van Rensselaer Awards Dinner on September 17th! These awards honor the outstanding businesses in our region that make meaningful and lasting contributions to the community. We are continually inspired by the leadership, generosity, and unwavering commitment to service demonstrated by these organizations. These awards are more than just a recognition of success — they are a celebration of the values that elevate our entire community.

We are pleased to announce the 2026 recipients of the Van Rensselaer Awards!

Corporate Award:

United Group of Companies

Small Business Award:

HMA Contracting Corp

Nonprofit Community Impact Award:

ARC of Rensselaer County

Edward H. Pattison Citizenship Award ("Ebbie") Award:

Bill Gettman of Northern Rivers

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