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The Annual Encore Awards celebrate and acknowledge those individuals who have given their time, energy and talents to help make Rhode Island a distinguished arts and cultural destination. Awards nominees -- local artists, designers, organizations, civic leaders and buisnesses -- receive well-deserved recognition fo their positive impact on our state's artistic community and all those who benefit from it. Find out more about this year's Encore Awards at experienceencore.com
Encore Award
Recognizes a business leader or a corporation for outstanding support of arts and culture in Rhode Island or for an innovative partnership between business and the arts.
Small Business Award
Recognizes a small business owner or a small business with fewer than 100 employees for outstanding contributions and in-kind services to Rhode Island's arts and cultural community.
Jabez Gorham Award
Recognizes outstanding arts/cultural/educational organizations in Rhode Island for unwavering commitment to excellence, significant impact on the community, and success in organizational development. To be eligible, arts/cultural organizations must have tax-exempt 501(c)(3) status.
Individual Achievement Award
Recognizes outstanding individual achievement in the arts and/or individuals who by their commitment to arts and culture that have enhanced the quality of life for Rhode Islanders.
BVA/RI Volunteer of the Year Award
Acknowledges the personal accomplishments of an active volunteer working within the BVA/RI volunteer program.
Arts Advocate Award
Recognizes the commitment and leadership of an individual who has enhanced the opportunities for artists and/or organizations in Rhode Island.
To see last year's Encore Arts & Business Awards winners go to http://www.experienceencore.com/award_winners | 
