E.M.P. Productions presents
The Crown Community
Impact Awards Gala
Honoring Impact. Celebrating Legacy. Inspiring Change.
Impact Lives Here.
- Black Tie
- Red Carpet
- Dinner
- Live Entertainment
- Community Honors
An evening of recognition
Red carpet, cocktails, dinner and the awards.
- 4:30 PMRed CarpetArrive, be photographed, take your time.
- 5:00 PMCocktail HourDrinks and the room filling up.
- 6:00 PMDinnerSeated service.
- 7:00 PMThe AwardsHonoring the people who moved this community forward.
The 2026 Honorees
People · Purpose · Progress
- Lucas TindellBusinessman of the Year
- Darshanette ZacheryBusinesswoman of the Year
- Joanna EscobarHeart of the Community Award
- The Strong FamilyFamily Impact Award
- Apostle Anicia ClaytonFaith in Action Award
- Canton Bulldog RedUp & Coming Award
Honoree Spotlight
Apostle Anicia Clayton
Faith in Action Award
Recognizing unwavering faith, devoted service, and a powerful commitment to making a difference in our community.
Tickets
Two ways in. A table seats eight and costs less per person.
Prefer to talk to a person? Call Evon Peterson on 330-685-8711.
Please RSVP by October 31, 2026, so the guest list and seating are right.
Be Seen. Be Supportive.
Vendors Wanted
Showcase your business and be part of a night of impact, recognition and celebration.
Your space includes a 6 foot table, two chairs, admission for one vendor representative, the chance to sell or promote, and recognition in the event promotion.
Only 8 vendor spaces, and payment secures the spot.
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Lifting Voices. Changing Lives.
The Crown Community Impact Choir
Come together in song to celebrate, honor and uplift our community.
- Thursday, October 156:00 PM
- Thursday, October 296:00 PM
- Thursday, November 56:00 PM
Union Baptist Church
413 Cornelia Ave NE, Canton, OH 44704
Individual singers, church choirs, worship teams, music ministries, anyone with a heart to sing. No audition required.
A special guest choir director is coming. Let’s Make Heaven Louder!
Canton Cultural Center
1001 Market Ave N, Canton, OH 44702