On Jan. 22, HomeStreet Bank's Ballard branch will host its Great Neighbor, Great Business award reception to honor the Phinney Neighborhood Association, Cancer Lifeline and the Ballard and Greenwood Sip & Ship.

The Great Neighbor, Great Business awards were started in 2005 to honor local businesses based on community partnership, being a great employer, and providing an exceptional customer environment.

The award reception, which is free and open to the public, begins at 5 p.m. at HomeStreet Bank, located at 8050 15th Ave. N.W. Refreshments will be served, and live music will be performed by cellist Gretchen Yanover.

The Phinney Neighborhood Association, established in 1981, serves the Phinney-Greenwood area and beyond, offering a large selection of programs, events, classes and services.

Cancer Lifeline, founded in 1973, provides emotional support, resources, classes and exercise programs to support cancer patients, survivors, their families, friends, coworkers and caregivers.

Sip & Ship (Ballard and Greenwood) has shipping and mailing services, a fair trade espresso bar and a gift shop.