SHORTLIST REVEALED

The wait is over...

Celebrating those who change people's lives, every day

The Third Sector Awards continues to be the most prestigious awards in the not-for-profit sector. Shining a spotlight on the incredible work you do. From tackling inequality, empowering communities or transforming lives.

 

The judges were blown away by the quality of entries this year. The standard was exceptional and a true testament to the incredible work taking place across the sector.


Tickets and tables are now available to book for the awards ceremony!


    REVEAL THE SHORTLIST

    "Someone asked me what do Third Sector Awards mean to you and I said everything, why? Where else can you find the sector legends all in one place celebrating the significance of this sector in bettering the world everyday"

    Ramika Prajapati, Director of Operations, National Youth Arts Trust and Third Sector Awards 2025 judge

    CEREMONY INFORMATION

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    Date: Friday 11 September 2026

    Location: London Hilton on Park Lane

    Timings: (subject to change)

    12:00 Welcome reception

    12:45 Three-course seated lunch

    14:30 Awards presentation

    15:45 Post event networking

    17:00 Carriages

    EVENT DETAILS
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    "It is a recognition of the team's hard work this year, we have such a young dynamic team who work long hours and something like this is such brilliant recognition for what they are doing. It is worthwhile and boosts morale, I couldn't be happier!" 

    Catherine Bosworth, Director of Income Generation at Hospice UK winner of fundraising team of the year

    CHAIR OF JUDGES

    Wesley Cunliffe, Compass Facilitator, Calan Domestic Violence Services

    2025 Third Sector Awards Rising Star

    "Hello my name is Wesley Cunliffe I am a  professional working with Calan DVS, focusing on advocacy, awareness, and support in relation to male domestic violence. His work also addresses knife crime, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and exploitation, with an emphasis on prevention, early intervention, and recovery-informed practice. I like to bring an evidence-informed and compassionate approach to complex social issues, committed to improving understanding, amplifying underrepresented voices, and contributing to meaningful, long-term change through collaboration and responsible practice."

    - Wes Cunliffe

    "It is really inspiring to see so many experts and really committed people from so many different categories of charities, it makes us feel part of a wider third sector which is really rewarding and great to enjoy!" 

    James Hogg, Corporate Partnerships Manager at Norfolk Wildlife Trust, highly commended in Medium Corporate Partnership of the Year

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    SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 

    The Third Sector Awards offer you the chance to align your business with the people, teams and companies that are leading the way in the third sector.

    As a marketing and business development opportunity, the Awards offer you the chance to promote your products and services to our audience. Build your brand at our events in person or digitally, in our marketing campaigns, as well as the Awards website. 

    Please get in contact so we can help to build a bespoke package to deliver your goals. 

    Contact Leona Ademi at [email protected]

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