With nominations having been open since January, organisers of the National Charity Today Awards™ 2026 are encouraging charities, fundraisers, volunteers and organisations from across the UK not to leave their entries until the last minute.
Sponsored by Sinclair Method UK, the awards celebrate outstanding achievement, innovation and impact across the charity and voluntary sector, recognising the individuals, teams and organisations making a real difference in communities nationwide.
Each year, the awards shine a spotlight on inspirational people and projects whose dedication, creativity and commitment deserve national recognition.
Lee Rayment, Founder of the National Charity Today Awards™, said:
“The response to this year’s awards has been fantastic, and we’ve already received some truly inspiring nominations from across the UK.
“If you’re thinking of entering, or nominating someone else, my advice is simple: don’t leave it until the last minute. Every year we receive outstanding entries, and we want to make sure no remarkable individual or organisation misses the opportunity to be recognised.”
The 2026 categories are:
- UK Charity of the Year
- James E. Smith Special Recognition Award
- People’s Choice Award
- UK Fundraiser of the Year
- UK Volunteer of the Year
- Community Impact Award
- UK Hospice of the Year Award
- Mental Health Impact Award
- Disability Impact Award
- Animal Welfare Award
- Technology for Good Award
- Partnership of the Year
- PR Team of the Year
The winners will be announced at the National Charity Today Awards™ Gala Lunch on Wednesday 14 October 2026 at the Holiday Inn West Peterborough, Thorpe Wood, Peterborough.
Organisers are encouraging anyone considering an entry to submit it as soon as possible. Early nominations not only avoid the last-minute rush, but also ensure entries are received well before categories fill up.
In addition to nominations, a limited number of sponsorship opportunities remain available for organisations wishing to align their brand with one of the UK’s leading celebrations of charity excellence.
To explore the award categories, submit a nomination or enquire about sponsorship opportunities, visit: https://nationalcharitytodayawards.co.uk/categories.
