Heritage Crafts

Community Catalyst of the Year Award

£1,000

Opening date for applications: 2 March 2026
Closing date for applications: 21 August 2026
Community Catalyst of the Year Award

Award description

Supported by the Marsh Charitable Trust

The Community Catalyst of the Year award is awarded to someone who goes above-and-beyond to promote the benefits of craft within their community, whether that be a local community or a community of interest. Typically, they will be committed to widening participation, and their way of working will create a groundswell of enthusiasm that brings others along with them.

Anyone, including the community catalyst themselves, can nominate for this award. Finalists will be expected to attend the high-profile Winners’ Reception in November 2026.