June 10, 2026
City of Chicago Treasurer, Melissa Conyears-Ervin. Photo Courtesy of the Treasurer Office.
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From Neighborhood Staples to Emerging Brands
Chicago Stars Awards Returns: Chicago Treasurer’s Office launches 2026 nominations to spotlight the small businesses driving neighborhood investment, local spending, and economic growth across the cit
As Chicago neighborhoods continue prioritizing local economic growth and community investment, the Office of Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin is proud to announce the return of the Chicago Stars Awards (CSA), a citywide initiative created to celebrate and support the entrepreneurs, storefronts, and emerging brands helping shape the future of Chicago’s economy. Nominations for the 2026 Chicago Stars Awards cohort officially open June 1, 2026, and will remain open through August 1, 2026.