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The highlight of the year for the region's third sector. Award ceremony on 10th September 2026 at the Fed, Gateshead.
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What a night it was! 🎉🏆
It’s so important to celebrate and champion the amazing people and organisations doing such brilliant things in our communities and we’re proud to have these trusted local voices helping us do just that.
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Handcrafted named Charity of the Year at North East Charity Awards
Charities and their supporters from around the North East pick up prizes at the annual celebration of the region's voluntary sector
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September 11, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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A huge congratulations to all of our 2026 winners - and to every finalist who joined us.

There are so many inspirational people and organisations making the North East such a special place to live, work and thrive.

Thank you for everything you do for our region. ❤️

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September 11, 2026 at 8:34 AM
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Our 2026 Recognition Award, with Community Foundation North East & Point North, went to…

Yasmin Khan, founder of the Halo Project! 🎉

A powerful, fearless ambassador for victims & survivors of violence and abuse, Yasmin has spent 20+ years championing equality & community change.

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September 11, 2026 at 8:32 AM
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It’s time to announce the North East Charity of the Year, sponsored by Muckle LLP.

Our finalists:

Daft as a Brush Cancer Patient Care
Family Gateway
Handcrafted
Teesside Hospice

All worthy winners… but there can only be one...
🎉🏆 Handcrafted! 🏆🎉

Huge Congratulations!

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September 11, 2026 at 8:29 AM
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Small but mighty! The Small Charity of the Year, sponsored by Reece Family Trust, were:

Gym Possible
Newcastle Womens Aid
OUT North East
Spectrum Holidays CIO

And the winner is…
🏆 OUT North East! 🏆

Huge congratulations!

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September 11, 2026 at 8:27 AM
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We celebrated our Charity Champion of the Year finalists, in partnership with Banks Group:

Alison Jones
George & Kate Taylor
Iris Stewart
Jennifer Parvin

All true champions.

And the trophy goes to…
🏆 George & Kate Taylor! 🏆

Congratulations!

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September 11, 2026 at 8:26 AM
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Next up was Corporate Charity Partnership with finalists:
Accenture & Multibank and The Junction Foundation
Karbon Homes & Building Self-Belief CIO
RE:GEN North East & Back on the Map
Sage & Newcastle Rugby Foundation

The winner:
🏆 Sage & Newcastle Rugby Foundation! 🏆

Congrats!
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September 11, 2026 at 8:24 AM
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The finalists for Outstanding Contribution to Social Change, with Millfield House Foundation:
Equal Arts
Open Clasp Theatre Company
Rape Crisis Tyneside & Northumberland Activist Volunteers
Recovery Connections

Winner…
🎉 Rape Crisis Tyneside & Northumberland Activist Volunteers! 🎉

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September 11, 2026 at 8:22 AM
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Time for Charity Leader of the Year now, sponsored by RBC Brewin Dolphin.

The finalists:

Anne Fry - Eating Distress North East
Janet Murphy MBE - Escape Family Support
Peter Darrant - OUT North East
Sarah McPhie - Stockton Citizens Advice

And the winner…
🏆 Anne Fry 🏆

Congrats!
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September 11, 2026 at 8:18 AM
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Four more great finalists up for Outstanding Social Enterprise, in partnership with Sage.

2 Way Tenancy Solutions CIC
Cricketqube Initiative CIC
Side By Side Arts CIC
Sunshine Co-operative CIC

The winner…
🏆 2 Way Tenancy Solutions CIC! 🏆

What a fantastic winner. Well done!

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September 11, 2026 at 8:16 AM
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Four fantastic finalists were in the running for the Rising Star award:

Danny Wilson - Lifelong Ability North East
Hannah Turney - Silverline Memories
Kirsty Lumsden - Her Circle
Tarik Alali - West End Refugee Service

And our winner…
⭐ Tarik Alali! ⭐

Huge congratulations!

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September 11, 2026 at 8:15 AM
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There were 4 finalists up for the Uniquely North East award, sponsored by VONNE:

4Louis
Bensham Grove Community Centre
Recovery Connections
Unfolding Theatre

And the winner is…
🎉 Unfolding Theatre! 🎉

Huge congratulations to everyone involved at the Unfolding Theatre

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September 11, 2026 at 8:13 AM
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Trustee Board of the Year, in partnership with Womble Bond Dickinson finalist were:

Back on the Map
Emmaus North East
Northumberland County Blind Association
Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland

And the winner was…
🏆 Emmaus North East! 🏆

Huge congratulations!

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September 11, 2026 at 8:11 AM
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Four inspiring young people were up for Young Charity Champion of the Year:

Aimee Wager (Building Self-Belief CIO)
Elijah Wotton-Lidster
Luke Hedley BCyA
Will Palmer

And the winner was…
🎉 Luke Hedley BCyA! 🎉

Huge congratulations - and keep up all the amazing work!
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September 11, 2026 at 8:09 AM
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What a night! 🎉

Last night we celebrated the incredible contribution local charities & the people behind them make to our region.

Huge thanks to our headline partner RBC Brewin Dolphin; associate partners Community Foundation North East & Point North; & all our category partners
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September 11, 2026 at 8:07 AM
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✨ TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! ✨

We’re ready for an unforgettable evening of celebration, inspiration, pride and plenty of well-deserved applause!

After weeks of anticipation, we can finally say…

IT’S AWARDS NIGHT! See you later!

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September 10, 2026 at 8:07 AM
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Two weeks from today, we’ll be swapping the everyday for an evening of celebration, inspiration and a whole lot of charity magic! ✨🏆
The #NECharityAwards are nearly here, and we can’t wait to shine a spotlight on the incredible people, charities and organisations across our region.💙
August 27, 2026 at 10:20 AM
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Be part of the biggest charity night of the year in the North East! 🌟

Tickets on sale now - open to charities, corporates, and individuals, with discounted rates for charities!

Don't miss your chance!
👉http://northeastcharityawards.co.uk

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July 7, 2026 at 11:20 AM
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🙌 A Huge Thank You! 🙌

Thank you to everyone who entered the #NECharityAwards We're blown away by the incredible work happening across our communities and feel privileged to celebrate the amazing individuals and organisations making a real difference across the region.

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June 26, 2026 at 2:08 PM
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🚨Today's the day! This is your final opportunity to showcase the incredible impact you're making across the North East 🚨

⏰ The deadline is TODAY.

🏆 Don't miss your chance to be recognised.

👉 Submit your entry now: northeastcharityawards.co.uk

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June 22, 2026 at 7:09 AM
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🎉 Just ONE week left to enter the #NECharityAwards

⏰ Don't miss your chance to shine.

You've changed lives, strengthened communities and made a lasting impact…now it's time to get the recognition you deserve.

Enter today at: lnkd.in/ec2MskKM

📅 Closing date: 22 June 2026
June 15, 2026 at 2:27 PM
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We've seen some brilliant entries submitted already, make sure yours is in the mix for one of our prestigious awards

Show your appreciation by nominating those who go the extra mile.

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📅 Closing date: 22 June
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People and organisations encouraged to enter North East Charity Awards 2026
The awards aim to recognise the brilliant work being done in the North East voluntary sector
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June 11, 2026 at 7:36 AM
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🎉 Only TWO weeks to go!

Over the past year, you've dedicated countless hours, energy and passion to making a difference. Now is the time to celebrate those achievements.
Be proud of what you've accomplished, back yourselves and submit your entry today
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June 8, 2026 at 1:38 PM
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Every charity has incredible people behind its success from dedicated staff, passionate volunteers, inspiring fundraisers, and loyal supporters who go above and beyond to make a difference every day.

🌟 Submit your nominations now
👉 northeastcharityawards.co.uk #NECharityAwards
June 3, 2026 at 9:04 AM
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ENTER THE 2026 #NECHARITYAWARDS TODAY! 🎉

This is your chance to shine a spotlight on the incredible people, projects, and organisations making a real difference across our region. 💙

👉 Find out more and submit your entries here: tinyurl.com/dkfsnzjx
May 20, 2026 at 8:52 AM