Pride and Progress Awards
These awards recognize Lackawanna County's public and private sector operations for upgrading their establishments, improving the appearance of their respective neighborhood and beautifying the region in the following categories:
Green Renovations: Both exterior and/or interior renovations featuring substantial "green" features are eligible for this category.
Exterior Renovations: Renovations must express and accentuate the original architectural character and features of the building.
Interior Renovations: The interior design work of quasi-public buildings will also be considered under this category.
New Construction: The facility must respond to the surrounding character of its respective neighborhood.
Landscape and Site Design: Plazas, squares, pedestrian malls, fountains, and sculptures are eligible, as long as the nominated structure is not directly related to a building that is under construction or a consideration in one of the other categories.
Community Pride: Projects that contribute to the enhancement of our area's quality of life are eligible for this category.
Eligibility
• Nominees must successfully demonstrate that they have upgraded their establishments, improved the appearance of their respective neighborhoods or beautified the region.
• The facility must be located in Lackawanna County.
• The structure must be a commercial or public building.
• The facility must have been renovated, constructed, or landscaped within the last two years.
• The construction or renovation of private residences is ineligible.
• Before and after photographs, in color, must accompany the application.
• The awards will be given in six different categories, Green Renovations, Exterior Renovations, Interior Renovations, New Construction, Landscape and Site Design and Community Pride.
• If selected as an award finalist, at least one representative from the business must attend the Chamber's Award Gala.
To nominate someone for this award, download the application on your left.
For more information about Chamber awards, please contact Nicole Barber at (570)342-7711 or email nbarber@scrantonchamber.com. | 
