The 17STRONG Board invites all residents to attend the Hamilton Neighborhoods Summit to connect, collaborate, and celebrate Hamilton’s progress. Tickets available starting Monday, January 5th, 2026.
Call for Sessions!
While it's not available yet, residents, organizations, and local groups are invited to submit session ideas or express interest in becoming a community partner for the 2026 Summit. Sessions should reflect the Connecting on Purpose theme and highlight connection, collaboration, inclusion, and neighborhood pride.
The form will be made to the public starting November 15th, so be on the lookout via 17STRONG's website and Facebook!
Call for Sessions: November 15th – December 21st, 2025
Call for Community Partners: November 30th, 2025 – January 11th, 2026
SAVE THE DATE!
17STRONG’s fourth annual Hamilton Neighborhoods Summit will be taking place on Saturday, March 7th, 2026 at Hamilton High School, located at 1165 Eaton Avenue.
The 17STRONG Board and the City of Hamilton are proud to announce the 2026 Hamilton Neighborhoods Summit, themed “Connecting on Purpose.”
This theme captures the mission of 17STRONG: strengthening Hamilton one neighborhood at a time by building intentional connections among residents, organizations, and community partners. Connecting on Purpose reminds us that community doesn’t just happen by chance; it happens when people show up, reach out, and work together toward a shared vision for their city.
The 2026 Summit will bring together residents from all 17 neighborhoods for a day filled with inspiration, collaboration, and celebration, featuring:
Engaging breakout sessions and community-led discussions
Recognition of local leaders through the annual 17STRONG Awards
Opportunities to network with neighbors, organizations, and city leaders Recognitions will include Small Business of the Year, Non-Profit of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, the Rising Youth Leader Award, and the Kathleen Klink Award for Neighborhood Leadership.
Submit your nomination for the Kathleen Klink Award!
Nominations for the Kathleen Klink Award for Neighborhood Leadership will be accepted from December 7 through January 11.
Sponsor the 2026 HNS!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Local businesses, organizations, and individuals are encouraged to support the Summit by becoming a sponsor by contributing to the Friends of 17STRONG Fund through the Hamilton Community Foundation.
All sponsorships and donations should be received by February 1, 2026, to be included in event promotions and materials. Contributions can be made directly to Friends of 17STRONG through the Hamilton Community Foundation HERE, or by scanning the QR code below.
For sponsorship information or partnership opportunities, please contact: Sara Silva, City of Hamilton Neighborhood Coordinator at sara.silva@hamilton-oh.gov.