After an inspiring first edition, the Arab Excellence Award returns to honor the people and businesses who make Arab-American St. Louis exceptional. Nominations are open until November 30, 2026.Nominations closed on November 30, 2026, and public voting opens on December 7.
In 2025, the community nominated, voted for and celebrated the leaders, builders and changemakers of Arab-American St. Louis. The second edition keeps the same two categories and the same public vote, with the honorees celebrated in early 2027.
33finalists on the 2025 public ballot
8honorees celebrated
2award categories
Two categories, one standard of excellence
Nominate an outstanding Arab-American individual, an Arab-owned business, or both.
5 honorees
Individual Excellence
For Arab-American individuals whose leadership, innovation and dedication have made a lasting difference in St. Louis.
An independent committee reviews every nomination and selects the finalists in each category.
3Opens December 7
Public voting
December 7–31, 2026
The community votes for its favorite finalists, once per category, with a verified email address.
4Save the date
Awards ceremony
Early 2027
The 5 individual and 3 business honorees are celebrated. Date and venue to be announced.
Rules and guidelines
Please read the eligibility criteria before you submit a nomination.
Who can be nominated
Individuals of Arab heritage and Arab-owned businesses
Living or operating in the Greater St. Louis area
With a significant, positive impact on the community
With demonstrated excellence in their field
Self-nominations are accepted and encouraged
One nomination per person or business
How honorees are chosen
An independent committee reviews every nomination
Nominees are evaluated on their impact and contribution
The committee selects the finalists, and the public vote decides the honorees
One vote per email address in each category
Results are audited for fairness and transparency
Honorees are notified before the public announcement
Important: all information submitted will be verified for accuracy. The selection committee's decisions on finalists are final, and public voting is monitored to ensure fairness and prevent fraud.
Anyone. Community members, colleagues, customers and family members can nominate, and self-nominations are welcome.
What makes a strong nomination?
Specific examples. Describe what the nominee has achieved, who has benefited and how, and add links to articles, websites or social pages if you have them.
When are the finalists announced?
On December 7, 2026, when public voting opens, after the committee has reviewed every nomination.
How does the public vote work?
From December 7 to 31, 2026, you can vote once in each category for your favorite finalist. Each vote is confirmed with your email address.
When is the awards ceremony?
In early 2027. The date and venue will be announced on this page.
Know someone who deserves the spotlight?
Nominations close on November 30, 2026. Each form takes only a few minutes.
Nominations are closed. Public voting opens on December 7, 2026.
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