Submitting your work to the Inner Banks STARS Awards is more than just entering a competition—it’s an opportunity to elevate your business and showcase the impact you’re making.

Participation positions your organization as a leader in innovation, collaboration, and community engagement. Being recognized as a STARS Award nominee or winner boosts your credibility, reinforcing trust with clients, partners, and stakeholders. It signals that your work meets a high standard of excellence and is worthy of regional recognition.

The program also offers valuable exposure. Finalists and winners gain increased brand awareness through event promotion, media coverage, and community recognition—helping your organization stand out in a competitive marketplace. It’s a chance to tell your story, highlight your achievements, and connect with others who value forward-thinking work.

Winners receive even greater benefits. Each category winner will be automatically entered into the 2027 NCHBA STARS Awards at no cost—extending your recognition to the state level. In addition, winning projects will be featured in next year’s Parade of Homes publication, providing lasting visibility and prestige among homebuyers, industry professionals, and the broader community.

Beyond recognition, entering the STARS Awards allows you to celebrate your team’s accomplishments, strengthen morale, and demonstrate your commitment to making a difference in the Inner Banks region.

If your organization is doing meaningful, impactful work, this is your moment to be seen, celebrated, and remembered.

Download a fillable project statement here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQAIIKm3YZN3UEkYqndjhHq2gq3Lj6VoyDdCKQoWy16EZvWzV0U62OZL1CiXz154MZeLsokH_Gn1ugc/pub

Download or view a Sample Project Statement to review as an example here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTaFkzkjoM7bGGXCIo5vwKsi6FA54LhIn8rFiW8_hDYX7TRXEcG_OE_B0ziSAOjMvcoZAhJHfg8ZRJ7/pub