The awards have been running for over 25 years and are now recognised as one of the most prestigious in the sector, with a £60,000 prize fund. They recognise the significant achievements and excellent work of teams and projects across London working with people who are, or are at risk of becoming, homeless’.
Chair of the judging panel Simon Dow said: “The judges are looking for projects that can change lives. It doesn’t matter whether your service has been running for one year or ten, whether your team is paid or voluntary, or whether your budget is £10,000 or £1 million. These awards celebrate the teams across London providing practical help to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.”
Since the awards started in the 1990’s the London Homelessness Awards have given over £1m in prize money. The application process is straightforward and streamlined, and there is plenty of advice and support from LHF before the final presentations to the panel are made.
As well as a share of the prize fund of £60,000 and a specially designed trophy and certificate, winners receive a range of business development initiatives, including a specially commissioned video, PR, communications and marketing support and ongoing support from London Homelessness Foundation (LHF).
The judging panel comprises senior representatives from sponsor organisations, plus an independent Chair. The awards sponsors are London Homelessness Foundation, London Housing Directors, the Mayor’s Office, Crisis and Shelter.
Winners come from the full range of housing and homelessness organisations in London – small and large, charitable, third sector and local government
The London Homelessness Awards Judging panel
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