Chamber Announces Award Recipients

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The Madera Chamber of Commerce is pleased to have announced their distinguished slate of honorees for the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award and recipients of the 4 Around 40 award.

The Lifetime Achievement recipients must have significantly demonstrated a history of dedication to Madera within one or more of following areas: business, economic development, education, community and cultural enhancement, advancement of healthcare, and government relations.

The 4 Around 40 award is presented to young professionals who have contributed to the community through civic involvement, achieved success and respect in their chosen career.

The Lifetime Achievement Awards and 4 Around 40 Dinner will be held on Thursday, August 13 beginning at 5:30 p.m. The event is being held at Hatfield Hall, Madera Fairgrounds. The cost is $70.00 per person. Sponsorships are available for this event. To sponsor or make reservations please use the link above or contact the Madera Chamber of Commerce at (559) 673-3563.

Madera Chamber Trip

Vienna & Christmas Markets of the Danube

Departing December 10, 2026

Join the Madera Chamber of Commerce for an unforgettable holiday tour to Vienna and the enchanting Christmas markets as you cruise along the legendary Danube, filled with twinkling lights, festive music, handcrafted treasures, and the irresistible aromas of mulled wine and holiday treats.

Experience this timeless journey where elegance meets the magic of the season. This special holiday adventure promises cherished memories, breathtaking scenery, and the true magic of Christmas in Europe.

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Madera Prayer Breakfast

Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers and committee members, you made this another successful event!

Madera Prayer Breakfast and Senior Celebration Sponsors

CAMARENA HEALTH, CENTRAL VALLEY MEDICAL EDUCATION, COGIR CEDAR CREEK, CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, ELITE HOME & AUTO INSURANCE AGENCY, FOURTH STREET CHURCH OF GOD, GIERSCH & ASSOCIATES INC, JAY CHAPEL, MADERA AVENE BIBLE CHURCH, MADERA COUNTY FOOD BANK, MADERA TRIBUNE, MID VALLEY DISPOSAL, NORTH FORK RANCHERIA, ROBERT AND CAROL POYTHRESS, VALLEY WEST CHRISTIAN CENTER

ARAMARK, GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH, MOUNT ZION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, MADERA DISTRICT FAIR, NOBLE CREDIT UNION

Candidate for Madera Co. Auditor/Controller Anthony R. Forestiere, Dr. Cecilia Massetti, Miracle Realty, Pacific Gas & Electric, Remnant Church, Sara Willis with Valued Insurance Agency

Volunteers: Crossroads Christian School, Madera County Bootcamp, Madera Rescue Mission, MHS Block M, Sherman Thomas Charter School, Christina Herrera and Paula Tavares

Committee members: Lois Leonard, Belva Bare, Joyce Lane, Roger Leach, Karen Leasure, Ryan McWherter, and Nick Salinas