Signature Mariposa Gala & Awards Celebration
Theme: Mariposas, Beyond the Garden: Expanding Our Roots, Elevating Our Community
Join us for our 2026 Gala & Award Celebration
Rhythm City Casino | Davenport, Iowa
Theme: Mariposas, Beyond the Garden.
Expanding Our Roots, Elevating Our Community
We invite you to support the Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Signature Mariposa Gala & Awards Celebration, our premier annual fundraiser and signature community event.
This year’s theme, “Mariposas, Beyond the Garden: Expanding Our Roots, Elevating Our Community,” reflects our continued commitment to growth, cultural pride, and meaningful impact throughout the region. As our Chamber expands into new areas and celebrates the opening of our new office location, these milestones represent our growing footprint, deeper investment in the business community, and ongoing dedication to empowering Hispanic and multicultural entrepreneurs.
The Signature Gala will bring together business leaders, community partners, members, and supporters for dinner, live entertainment, a silent auction, awards, and networking while celebrating the cultural richness and economic impact of our vibrant Hispanic and multicultural business community.
Why Sponsor the 2026 Gala?
Your sponsorship directly supports our mission to empower entrepreneurs, strengthen small businesses, create inclusive opportunities, and celebrate success across our region. With your support, we provide educational seminars, networking mixers, member promotions, business consultations, professional development opportunities, and grants that help business owners grow and thrive.
Enclosed are this year’s sponsorship tier opportunities. We invite you to review the available levels and consider partnering with us for this meaningful celebration. For more information about the Gala, sponsorship opportunities, please visit our website, scan the QR code, or contact Jesse Noriega or Sebastian Mireles at 563-214-5160 or gala@gqchcc.com.
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to uplifting entrepreneurs, advocating for inclusion, and building stronger communities — together.
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Nominate Outstanding Leaders and Organizations
We’re excited to give our community the opportunity to recognize those making a difference. See the list of awards below and use the nomination form to submit your recommendations. Your input helps us shine a spotlight on the people and organizations creating a lasting impact.
Businesses must be active and in good standing with the Chamber to be nominated
Small Business of the Year
Excelling at management and growth: this award is handed to a local business that is actively involved in addressing and supporting Hispanic/Multicultural needs and willing to help.
Bob Ontiervos/Group O Corporation of the Year
Extraordinary resources and services; this award is given to a business that offers special programs to the Hispanic and Multicultural community that makes a positive difference.
Serigo Mendoza/Advocate of the Year
Impacting the Hispanic/Multicultural business community; this award recognizes an individual who are not connected to any group, but who make an outstanding contribution to the Hispanic/Multicultural community.
Non-Profit of the Year
Impacting the Hispanic/Multicultural and business community; this award is given to a non-profit that made an outstanding contribution to the Hispanic/Multicultural conmmunity.