The Hope Awards

Celebrate those who give hope

HelloHope believes that hope saves lives. Because of this, the Hope Awards reflect that mission in action. They celebrate the people and groups who turn care into support and compassion into change.

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A special evening in Leeds

The awards will take place on the 8th October 2026 at New Craven Hall in Leeds. Not only will the venue provide a memorable setting, but it will also reflect the importance of the occasion.

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Put forward someone who deserves recognition

Tell us about someone making a real difference in their community.

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2026 Awards

Celebrating the people, projects and stories creating positive change.

Join us for an evening celebrating real change

Award categories

Explore the award categories and choose the best fit for your nominee.

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Impact

Why the Hope Awards matter

The event will recognise a wide range of contributions from across the North of England. It will celebrate workplaces, volunteers, grassroots projects, charities, educators, inspiring individuals and organisations. Together, these groups are helping build safer and more supportive communities.

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The numbers behind real change

The event will recognise a wide range of contributions. For example, it will celebrate grassroots projects, charities, educators, frontline workers, volunteers and organisations. Together, these groups help build safer and more supportive communities.

2,847

Nominations received

From across the United Kingdom

156

Organizations supported

Through sponsorship and partnership

4,200

People at the ceremony

Celebrating together in one room

Their words

Those who have been part of this journey speak plainly about what it means.

"Everyone has the ability to provide hope to those who need it. These awards help us celebrate those who’ve gone above and beyond to help others."

Ellie MacDonald

Founder - HelloHope

"Mental health awareness and suicide prevention has never been more important than in today's world, and having lost people to mental health struggles in our personal lives, we're honoured to be part of something that can have a real world impact."

Ben and Jane Corkhill

Founders - New Craven Hall

"I am delighted to be involved in such a positive event, shining a light on people who are making a difference to prevent suicides. Given how challenging life can be, anything that can provide hope, is worth supporting, and any collaboration worthwhile."

Claire Strachan

Co-founder Claire and Katy PR

"I have personal and professional experience of supporting people affected by suicide and understand the huge impact that HelloHope and initiatives like the Hope Awards has, I’m proud to be involved!"

Emma Streets

Hope Awards partner

"Jane Clynes Events wants to be involved in the Hope Awards because it celebrates resilience, community impact, and positive change - values that strongly align with the company’s commitment to creating meaningful and inspiring events."

Jane Clynes

Event manager

"I lost my best friend to suicide when I was 18 years old; it was something that wasn’t talked about, and no one saw it coming. I’m sure that it was preventable. I’ve known Ellie for many years, it’s wonderful to see how she is building up Hello Hope to provide the support that my friend, and many others needed, and will need."

Andrew Firth

Hope Awards Partner

Supported by organisations making real change