The Pella Area Community & Economic Alliance has announced the recipients of the Pella Impact Awards, set to be honored at the Annual Membership Breakfast.

This year’s awardees were chosen for their contributions to the community by various criteria, including overall impact on the quality of life, collaboration and partnerships, innovative programs or events, products or marketing, entrepreneurial spirit, impact on the local economy, and the lasting effect on the quality of life in the Pella community.

The following recipients will be recognized during the ceremony on Friday, February 21st from 7:00 am-8:30 am at Sun Valley Barn:

Business Impact Award: Mark Van Roekel – Garden Chapel Funeral Home
Community Impact Award: Little Dutch Academy (Pella Community Schools)
Rising Star Award: Main Street Markt
 
In addition to this recognition, the Pella Wellness Consortium will present a special award for Lifetime Servant Leadership at the ceremony.

The annual PACE Alliance Member Breakfast will also serve as a platform to acknowledge the accomplishments of this past year and outline the priorities, goals, and initiatives for 2025.

To reserve a seat at the Annual Breakfast & Impact Award Ceremony, visit pella.org or email info@pella.org. Tickets are priced at $25 for PACE members and $30 for non-member