YOU’RE INVITED!

The 4th Annual Hamilton Neighborhoods Summit is happening Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Hamilton High School (1165 Eaton Ave.), from 8:30 AM–3:30 PM.

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The 17STRONG Board invites all residents to join us for the 2026 Hamilton Neighborhoods Summit. A day dedicated to connection, collaboration, and celebrating progress across all 17 neighborhoods. 

Theme: Connecting on Purpose

This year’s theme reflects 17STRONG’s mission of strengthening Hamilton one neighborhood at a time by building intentional connections among residents, organizations, and community partners. Community grows when people show up, reach out, and work together toward a shared vision for our city.

What to Expect

The 2026 Summit will bring together neighbors, leaders, and community partners for a full day of learning and celebration, including:

  • Engaging breakout sessions and community-led discussions

  • Opportunities to connect with neighbors, organizations, and city leaders

  • Recognition of outstanding community leadership through the annual 17STRONG Awards

2026 Award Categories

  • Pride in Place Award

  • Greg Bisdorf Volunteer of the Year Award

  • Rising Youth Leader Award

  • Kathleen Klink Award for Neighborhood Leadership

Stay tuned for additional updates.

Showcasing Sponsors

Primary Health Solutions

Community Design Alliance

First Financial Bank

Community Sponsors

Jeremy & Carlie Culver

The Whalen Family

Wilks Insurance Agency

Bradley Payne Advisors

Neil & Honi Cohen

Starbucks Foundation

Kettering Health Hamilton

Huntington Court

Butler Tech

Neighborhood Ambassadors

Wings on Brookwood

The Main Look

MetroParks of Butler County

Community First Solutions

Bob & Pam Long

Neighborhood Connectors

Inspiration Studios

In Memory of Donna & Ralph Carruthers

Nancy Belew Follmer

Vision Source Hamilton

Neighborhood Housing Services of Hamilton, Inc.

Ray & Peggy Bange

Jason & Katie Crank

Johnathon & Jessica Jones

Steve & Linda Timmer

John & Susan Vaughn