Legacy Event of the Year

How to apply

  1. Register an account.
  2. Start your entry (save it in-progress).
  3. Submit your entry to be in the running.
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For any questions, please contact us at awardssupport@smeeandford.co.uk or visit our FAQ page.

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There are legacy events – and then there are outstanding legacy events: the ones that are memorable, touching, inspiring, and that create long-lasting relationships between donors and a charity. If your legacy events are exemplary, tell us more!

This award recognises a legacy event or series that raised the bar for the sector, exceeded donor expectations, and produced meaningful results for the charity.

Judges will be particularly interested in entries that highlight events with an extra “wow” factor – such as those with an inspirational theme, an unusual venue, or expert speakers.

The size or budget of the event is not a vital measure of success. Please show achievements over the last 12–18 months, up to the awards entry deadline.

Eligibility

Open to charity professionals working in or with legacy giving teams. 
All sizes of charity can enter this category – please include your legacy team size and legacy income total for the preceding year.

Ambition

Describe why your legacy events are the best in the sector – what they aim to achieve, and to what extent they have achieved and exceeded your goals.

Excellence

Demonstrate why your events are exceptional, how they are accessible and inclusive, and how they exceed supporters’ expectations. Detail how your events make effective use of fundraised income and staff resources.

Achievement

Reveal the results – confirmed and ongoing – of your legacy events. How have they influenced the success and income of your legacy programme? How have they raised the profile or enhanced your charity’s brand?

Legacy Event of the Year

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To find out more

For entry enquiries, please contact us at awardssupport@smeeandford.co.uk or visit our FAQ page.