A century of volunteering and voluntary action
This year's awards are now closed for nominations.
Congratulations to this year's shortlist!
Shortlisted nominees films
- We will make a short one-minute film of each shortlisted nominee. We will make this for you from short interviews face-to-face, ideally at your organisation or at Salford CVS. We will add in any photos you have to add context.
- Attendees at the ceremony will vote for the winners in each category. The film will be shown.
- It is essential we make a film of your nomination for the event and all films will be made by Salford CVS to ensure it is fair - please help us book in filming ASAP if you are shortlisted. Email: hannah.powell@salfordcvs.co.uk
About the awards
The Heart of Salford Awards are Salford CVS and Volunteer Centre Salford’s annual event to celebrate volunteering, community champions and voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations in Salford. The awards put inspiring individuals and brilliant VCSE organisations centre stage, shining a spotlight on the difference they make to the city of Salford.
We have been celebrating these awards since 2003. This is an extra special year, as 2026 marks 100 years since Salford was officially granted city status by a Royal Charter by King George V (www.salford100.org.uk).
In that time, we’ve seen remarkable acts of volunteering and voluntary action in Salford. This year we are excited to introduce two new categories, Equalities Champion and Heart of the Community long service award.
The awards will take place on Wednesday 3rd June 2026. Nominations across all categories will be shortlisted by an independent panel and attendees at the ceremony will vote for the winners in each category. The shortlisted nominees and their nominator will be invited to the ceremony. Shortlisted nominees will be invited to the stage to receive a certificate. Category winners will also receive a locally designed award.
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