Hayes & Associates, an Omaha based accounting and tax preparation firm, announced it will receive the 2026 Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award for Civic Engagement.

“We are extremely honored. This award reflects something that deeply matters — changing lives and helping people build stronger futures using our expertise,” said Frank Hayes, president of Hayes & Associates.

One of Hayes’s notable recent achievements is the launch of Hayes Smart Start: Financial Literacy for Small Business Owners, an online, 10-week course introduced by the firm in 2025.

“The program addresses a real need in our community. When small business owners strengthen financial know-how, they can make more sound decisions for long-term success,” said Hayes, who shared that more than 60 business owners have completed the course so far.

To learn more, visit hayes.cpa.