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Nominations open for Yorkshire Choice Awards

Monday, 19 August 2024 08:24

The Yorkshire Choice Award nominations are now open.

The prestigious Yorkshire Choice Awards are back for 2025 and its organisers are calling for nominations.

The Yorkshire Choice Awards celebrate the very best of what our county has to offer, highlighting the achievements of inspirational people and organisations.

Whether it’s a local hero, a community initiative, or an outstanding business, your nomination can shine a spotlight on those who deserve recognition.

To nominate your favourites, simply visit the official Yorkshire Choice Awards website and complete the nomination form.

Nominations are open now, and you can nominate as many people as you want. Every submission counts towards ensuring the most deserving candidates are honoured.

Categories for the 2025 awards include:

Independent Business of the Year
New Starter Business of the Year
Yorkshire Entrepreneur of the Year
Customer Service Award
Charitable Business Award
Kate Granger Outstanding Contribution Award
Inspirational Individual of the Year
Rob Burrow Outstanding Courage Award
Charitable Excellence Award
Volunteer of the Year Award
Community Arts Award
Local Fundraiser of the Year

For a detailed explanation on the criteria for each award visit www.yorkshirechoiceawards.co.uk/2025-categories

All nominees will be carefully considered, and those that match the criteria of the category they are nominated in will be announced in December when they will go through to our public vote.

Winners and finalists will be celebrated at a glittering awards ceremony on Friday, 6th June 2025 held at The Centenary Pavilion, Elland Road, bringing together the best of Yorkshire.

For more information and to submit your nominations, visit www.yorkshirechoiceawards.co.uk/nominate-here

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