The City is taking action to ensure that residents who rely on essential food programs have access to food support during the federal government shutdown. Nearly 8,000 Bloomington residents rely on these programs to help feed their families.
This award recognizes innovative planning efforts that strengthen communities and create lasting local impact through meaningful collaboration and engagement.
BookMother, an independent bookstore and coffee shop concept developed by Bloomington resident and entrepreneur Twila Dang, is the winner of the 2025 Hatch Bloomington business pitch competition.