05/17/2026
๐ Celebrating community leadership at the 46th Annual The Greater Issaquah Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Center Community Awards Dinner ๐
What a meaningful evening recognizing individuals whose service makes our community stronger.
๐ Human & Spiritual Values Award
The Kiwanis Club of Issaquah proudly honored Mudra Machewad for extraordinary service, compassion, and youth leadership. From founding the first local Kiwanis-sponsored Builders Club at Beaver Lake Middle School, to leading Key Club service initiatives, to launching the LakeSafe Initiative - Every Lake, Every Life in response to the Lake Sammamish tragedies, Mudraโs commitment to serving others reflects the very heart of this award.
๐ Spirit of Issaquah Award
Congratulations to Jim and Chris Berry of the Issaquah/Sammamish Food Project (Green Bag Project) for their extraordinary commitment to helping local families and strengthening our community through years of dedicated service.
From youth leadership to grassroots community service, tonight was a beautiful reminder that meaningful change happens when people choose to serve others with heart.
Congratulations to these incredible community changemakers who help make Issaquah stronger, safer, and more connected. ๐