Frequently Asked Questions
Useful information about the 3rd Sector Care Awards
How do I know I’m eligible to enter?
Are you a charitable, not-for-profit organisation? This can be a CIC, social enterprise, community group or any organisation which exists to serve a public benefit or common interest whilst reinvesting any surplus funds back into the organisation.
Can the organisation/project/person be nominated in multiple categories?
Absolutely, you can nominate in as many categories as is appropriate. Just ensure that the questions are answered with as much detail as possible to demonstrate how the nominee meets the particular criteria for each category entered.
Is there a word count for each answer?
There isn’t, however, be mindful that whilst we would like your answers to be as detailed as possible, they should also be concise as the main reasons for your entry and how you meet the criteria should be the focus.
What happens once I’ve submitted my nomination.
Once the closing date for nominations passes all eligible entries will be passed on to one of our judges for shortlisting. Three finalists will be selected for each category, and they will be invited, via email, to attend stage 2 of the judging process, the online interviews. Please check the key dates on our website which will tell you when the judging day takes place as you MUST be available to attend these to continue in the process.
When are the winners announced?
The winners are announced at the awards ceremony. Each finalist is gifted two complimentary tickets to attend, and any additional tickets can be purchased via the website.
What are the timings for the ceremony?
The ceremony takes place during the day to allow our finalists and guests to travel to and from the event on the same day. We hope this reduces the need for overnight stays and therefore keeps cost to a minimum to allow as many people to attend as possible. For exact timings please check our website but it is usual that the event doors open at 10:45am with the awards taking place from 11.30, followed by a 3-course lunch. The ceremony usually wraps up by 3.30pm (timings subject to change).
Where is the ceremony taking place?
This year, the Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards Ceremony will take place at the B:Music Town Hall.
B:Music Town Hall, Victoria Square, Birmingham B3 3DQ. For information on getting to Town Hall: https://bmusic.co.uk/your-visit/town-hall/getting-here
Is there parking at the venue?
Unfortunately there is no parking on site. The most convenient parking facilities for Town Hall are at Town Hall multi-storey car park, Brunel Street, B1 1TA.
https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/directory_record/6698/town_hall_multi-storey_car_park Please note these facilities are not owned or maintained by B:Music.
What is the dress code for the event?
The dress code is smart/business, but we want everyone to feel comfortable during the day. There will be lots of photos and video coverage so feel free to dress up as much as you’d like to!
What about photography?
The event will be recorded and photographed, if for any reason you wish not to be included please let us know.
Accommodation options
Hotels close to the Town hall include:
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Have a question not covered above? Please get in touch and we will do our best to help!
If you would like to book your ticket to the Awards Ceremony, please click here. Follow us on social media @3rdSectorCare and #3rdSectorCareAwards to stay up to date.
Take a look at our previous winners and finalists to see what truly makes the Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards such a remarkable event or find out more about the awards here.
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