The National Fundraising Awards is the only ceremony of its kind that recognises and rewards fundraisers across the charity sector

Entries are now open for awards which celebrate fundraising excellence.

Now in its 29th year, the National Fundraising Awards is the only award ceremony of its kind that recognises and rewards fundraisers across the charity sector.

The 2019 Awards will see the introduction of four new categories that will highlight and celebrate diversity and excellence across the fundraising community.

Winners will be announced at a glittering ceremony held at the Brewery in London on Monday, 1 July. The ceremony takes place as part of the Institute of Fundraising’s (IoF) Fundraising Convention.

Katie Johnson, head of events at the IoF, said: “I’m delighted to announce the opening of entries for 2019 National Fundraising Awards, and I’m pleased to reveal the new awards that will really help us celebrate the incredible work that fundraisers have done over the past year. Here at the IoF, we’re anticipating the 2019 awards to be the biggest and best yet.”

Howard Lake, chair of the judging panel, said: "Fundraisers are incredible people, raising vital funds for their charitable causes with often limited resources.

“Large and small charities show fantastic creativity, engaging all kinds of donors, to enable their essential work to continue and grow. The National Fundraising Awards are the opportunity to shine a light on those that make the very best fundraising happen. The judging panel and I look forward to seeing your entries."

Enter and read the full list of categories here.