Downtown Inc will recognize businesses, organizations and individuals who put Downtown York first through their commitments of time, advocacy and resources during the 18th Annual Downtown First Awards Sponsored by The Glatfelter Agency.

This year’s Downtown First Awards will take place at 6 p.m., Thursday, April 12, at the Logos Academy, 250 W. King St., York, Pennsylvania. Click here for tickets.

Often referred to as America’s “coolest mayor,” Braddock Mayor and York native John Fetterman will deliver the keynote address and discuss his thoughts on the revitalization of small boroughs and cities, as well as his connection to the White Rose City.

The Downtown First Awards will honor individuals, business and organizations in eight categories. Nominated by the public, winners are selected by a committee comprised of several Downtown York stakeholders. Winners are announced during the event.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for registration, with the awards ceremony beginning at 6 p.m. A reception with hors d’oeuvres, as well as complimentary wine and beer, will follow.

Thank you to Logos Academy for providing the event space and to the York County Economic Alliance for serving as the reception sponsor.

Congratulations to this year’s nominees!

Outstanding Large Business – Sponsored by Susquehanna Real Estate

Business Information Group
Glatfelter
Rite Aid
York Traditions Bank

Outstanding Small Business – Sponsored by Stock and Leader

DiDi & Smiling John’s Barber Shop and Salon
Grace Manor Bed and Breakfast
McCallister & Myers – Real Estate Services
Qdot Engineering
Weary Arts Group

Outstanding New Business/Merchant – Sponsored by O.N.E. Hospitality Group

i-ron-ic Squared
Isaac’s On The Fly
Memory Lane Sweets
Revival Social Club
The Handsome Cab

Outstanding Merchant – Sponsored by CGA Law Firm

Brewvino
Cherie Anne’s Courtyard Café
Collusion Tap Works
Global Cafe at Central Market
i-ron-ic
Mudhook Brewing Co.
Sarah’s Sweet and Savory Snacks
The New Hub Store
This Little Light of Mine

Outstanding Nonprofit Organization – Sponsored by the York Revolution

Appell Center for the Performing Arts
Child Care Consultants
Junior League of York
Stick N Move Boxing
York County Hispanic Coalition
York County History Center
York XL
Young Thinkers of York

Better York Appell Beautification Award – Sponsored by Better York

Iron Horse York and Yohn Property Management (One West Project)
Rich Reilly Attorney at Law
The Parliament Arts Organization
York Academy Regional Charter School
York City School Police Department

Outstanding Individual – Sponsored by PeoplesBank

Andrew Gobel, Gavin Advertising
Antwoine Dorm, Stick N Move Boxing
Brenda Wintermyer, Just Brenda Art
Caroline Morris, Kimman’s
Kate Harmon, The Parliament Arts Organization
Kim Hogeman, York County Economic Alliance
Matthew Davis, Crocodile Dog Marketing
Randy Flaum, York Storyman

Outstanding Volunteer – Sponsored by C.S. Davidson, Inc.

JJ Sheffer
Jess Ensminger
Karin Swartz
Linda Amos