Kansas City Cornerstone Program

Here is one to look at.

The Cornerstone Awards program was initiated over 25 years ago to recognize investments by companies in Kansas City, Missouri. Originally, a theme of “commitment to Kansas City” prevailed at the awards program, and generally only new business construction and renovation projects received awards.

As time has progressed, the selection committee has expanded the awards to include neighborhood projects, technological investments, promotion of international trade and film production projects, as well as housing, community and educational projects.

The selection committee, made up of EDC Board members, now selects winning projects based not only on investment and new jobs, but on the project’s effect on issues like education, quality of life, and the project’s impact on the community and surrounding neighborhoods.

More here.