Sponsorship Packages for the NACE Awards 2026

Sponsorship packages for the NACE Awards 2026

Partner with purpose, create lasting impact

About the awards 

The National Arts and Cultural Education Awards shine a spotlight on outstanding practice and innovation in creative and cultural learning, wherever it is happening across the country.

Building on a strong legacy of Awards in 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2024, this year’s celebration recognises exceptional work taking place across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Ten award categories highlight a diverse range of achievements - from Arts Leadership to Young Arts Activism and much more. The ceremony will also feature a vibrant programme of dance, music and drama performances.

At their heart, these Awards celebrate the incredible and passionate people who make creative and cultural learning possible: teachers, teaching artists and creative practitioners; youth and social workers; health and wellbeing specialists; and dedicated community volunteers. Together, they are transforming young lives and breaking down barriers to engagement with arts and culture. 

To be in a room with so many people who are committed to serving children and young people’s lives and improving their experiences through creativity was an absolute honour.

Award winner, 2024

Headline Event Sponsor package

 

Includes:

  • Exclusive principle partner status
  • Prominent, highly visible brand positioning across all awards material
  • Speaking opportunity (welcome or keynote) and award presentation
  • Opportunities for staff to attend event
  • Pre and post event PR and Media inclusion
  • Access to CSR impact insight and evaluation (post-event)

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Sponsor an Award

 

10 categories with 9 awards available to be sponsored

The package includes;

  • Sponsor name on the award
  • Brand visibility
  • Opportunities for staff to attend event
  • On stage presence

Get in touch to secure your spot

 

Partner with purpose, create lasting impact

Additional Sponsorship opportunities include

  • Welcome partner - Sponsor hosts welcome drinks and canapes with branded photo opportunities.
  • Sponsored storyteller - Support a short film or live storytelling moment featuring young people or practitioners taking part in the awards.
  • Equity champion - Sponsor free tickets or travel for under-resourced nominees.
  • Branded spaces - Get your organisation seen at RNCM.
  • Merchandising - Promote your business with giveaways to attendees in our free gift bags.
  • Ready to get involved in something special?


    Contact our Director of Relationships & Marketing Cat Doyle

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Press, media and digital content enquiries

Journalists, broadcasters, bloggers and content creators are welcome to get involved in covering the National Arts and Cultural Education Awards 2026 by joining us to celebrate our nominees and winners.

Get in touch to request interviews, quotes, press releases, or media and content packs. We’d love to work with you!

 

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