Clare Business Excellence Awards 2025
Business for Social Impact Award
Sponsored by Essilor Luxottica
Entry Criteria
New to our line-up of awards this year, is our ‘Business for Social Impact Award’ that will recognise a business who are making a meaningful contribution to their local or broader communities beyond their core commercial activities. This award will celebrate businesses that show leadership, generosity, and sustained community involvement.
What are the adjudicators looking for:
- Active participation in local events, initiatives, or partnerships
- Creation of a bespoke event
- Volunteering programmes or staff engagement in community service
- Operating with integrity, fairness, and transparency
- Working with schools, nonprofits, or other businesses for broader community impact
- Playing a leadership role in local initiatives or crisis response (e.g., during natural disasters or economic downturns)
- Supporting underrepresented /vulnerable or marginalised groups within the community
The judges’ decision will be final and no correspondence will be entered into before or after judging.
Once a company is announced as finalist, it cannot withdraw from the competition.
Guidelines for Submission & Deadline
You should aim to type no more than 2500 words in total. You may attach up to three pieces of supplementary evidence, such as photographs to your submission.
Entry is free.
Application to be received on or before September 12, 2025
