The Chesapeake First Citizen Award
is presented annually to an outstanding individual who best exemplifies the spirit of citizenship and who has shown significant leadership in enhancing the quality of life in our city. The selection committee, comprised of former First Citizens, strives to select an individual who has adhered to the Rotary motto “Service Above Self.” The First Citizen Award recognition is a celebration of volunteerism and the extra effort that is made outside of one’s profession to make Chesapeake and the Hampton Roads region a better place to live and work.
This years First Citizen of Chesapeake will take place on October 1st, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Chesapeake Conference Center
This years First Citizen of Chesapeake will take place on October 1st, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Chesapeake Conference Center
2026 Recipient
Vonda W.
Chappell, Esq.
The Chesapeake Rotary Foundation is proud to present the
Banquet and Presentation of the 2026 First Citizen of Chesapeake Award to Vonda W. Chappell, Esq. Read more about Vonda here.
The Chesapeake First Citizen Award is presented annually to an
outstanding individual who best exemplifies the spirit of
citizenship and who has shown significant leadership in enhancing
the quality of life in our City. The selection committee, comprised
of former First Citizens, strives to select an individual who has
adhered to the Rotary motto, “Service Above Self”.
Exemplifying
the Rotary motto of "Service Above Self"
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