Redmond Spotlight 20 Application Form

REDMOND SPOTLIGHT 20 APPLICATION

Thank you for your interest in the inaugural Redmond Spotlight 20.

Redmond Spotlight 20 will honor twenty businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations helping shape Redmond's future. Organizations of all sizes are encouraged to apply.

Applicants complete one application and are not required to select an Area of Recognition. As part of the review process, OneRedmond will place each selected organization in the Area of Recognition that best aligns with its work, impact, and contribution to Redmond.

Areas of Recognition

Building Redmond – Growth, Investment & Development
Connecting Redmond – Community, Partnerships, Engagement & Mobility
Inspiring Redmond – Innovation, Leadership & Entrepreneurship
Growing Redmond – Education, Workforce, Childcare & Well-being
Experiencing Redmond – Arts, Culture, Hospitality & Recreation

Estimated completion time: 10–15 minutes

Application deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026

Before You Begin

This application cannot be saved and must be completed and submitted in one session.
Download the View-Only Application Guide (PDF) to prepare your responses before you begin
Visit www.oneredmond.org/redmondspotlight20 for program information, eligibility requirements, FAQs, and additional resources.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

Please provide basic information about your organization. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.

Organization / Business Name

Enter the name of your organization

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code

Website (if applicable)

Enter your organization's website URL (e.g., www.organization.org)

Year Founded / Established

Enter the year your organization began operations

Total People Employed by Your Organization

Please include full-time, part-time, and owner(s). Approximate counts are sufficient

Total Redmond-based Employees

Please include full-time, part-time, and owner(s) based in Redmond. Approximate counts are sufficient

Does your organization currently hold a City of Redmond business license (not required to apply)?

Primary Contact

Primary Contact Email

example@example.com

Tell us about your organization and its connection to Redmond.

Include a brief overview of your organization, what you do, and how you contribute to the Redmond community. Suggested length: 100–150 words (approximately 4-6 sentences)

What impact has your organization made in Redmond during the past 12–24 months. Please include specific examples and measurable results whenever possible.

Describe how your organization has contributed to Redmond. Consider community engagement, customer service, partnerships, leadership, innovation, growth, workforce development, investment, arts and culture, education, environmental stewardship, or other meaningful accomplishments. Suggested length: 200–300 words. (approximately 8-12 sentences)

Why should your organization be recognized as part of the 2026 Redmond Spotlight 20?

What contributions, impact, or qualities make your organization deserving of recognition as one of the inaugural Redmond Spotlight 20? Consider what sets your organization apart and how it is helping shape Redmond's future. Suggested length: 100–200 words (approximately 4-8 sentences)

SPOTLIGHT MARKETING MATERIALS
If your organization is selected, the following information and marketing assets will be used in Redmond Spotlight 20 recognition and promotional materials, including the website, social media, news releases, event materials, and recognition announcements. Please upload your organization's logo and photos with your application to help us recognize and promote your organization if selected.

Marketing Contact (if different than Primary Contact)

Organization Spotlight Description

If selected, what would you like the public to know about your organization? Suggested length: 50–75 words (2-3 sentences)

Social Media Profiles (Optional) - please share the social media profiles you would like us to tag or link to when recognizing your organization

Organization Logo (Recommended)

Upload a high-resolution version of your logo. Preferred file types: PNG, JPG, SVG, or EPS

Photos (Recommended)

Upload up to five high-resolution photos that help tell your organization's story. Examples may include your team, products, services, programs, facilities, events, customers, or community involvement. By uploading photos, you confirm that your organization has permission to share these images for Redmond Spotlight 20 promotional and recognition purposes.

RECOGNITION REPRESENTATIVE
If your organization is selected, who will represent your organization and utilize your complimentary registration for the OneRedmond Annual Meeting and Redmond Spotlight 20 recognition breakfast on Thursday, October 22 from 7:15 – 9:15 a.m. at the Seattle Marriott Redmond

Recognition Representative

CERTIFICATION & AUTHORIZATION
By submitting this application, you certify that the information provided is accurate and that you are authorized to submit this application on behalf of your organization. If selected, OneRedmond may use information, logos, photographs, website content, and excerpts from this application in Redmond Spotlight 20 promotional, recognition, and marketing materials.

Agreement

KEY DATES

Applications Close: Monday, August 24, 2026
Organizations Notified: September 8, 2026
Public Announcement: September 14, 2026
Recognition Breakfast: October 22, 2026

Please review your application before submitting. Once submitted, changes may require assistance from OneRedmond.