We are thrilled to be joint main sponors of The Charity Awards 2010 again this year.

The Charity Awards recognise excellence in the leadership and management of charities. they provide a wonderful opportunity for charities to propel their work into the spotlight, to influence policy makers and funders and to booste the morale of staff and stakeholders.

You can nominate your charity or one you are associated with for the 2010 awards now. The closing date for nominations is 12 March 2010.

CAN Mezzanine, as a previous winner at The Charity Awards, were given a bursary to attend the Leadership in Management Programme at The Leadership Trust. Kirstin Ross, Business Manager of CAN Mezzanine London Bridge said of her time there: “This was more than a leadership training programme – this was a life changing experience!”

Winning charities 2009

Animals and the environment - BTCV

Arts, culture and heritage - Noise Festival

Children and youth - Leap Confronting Conflict  

Disability - SSAFA Forces Help

Education and training - St Giles Trust (Teacher training)

Grantmaking - Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund

Healthcare and medical research - ExtraCare Charitable Trust

International aid and development - Mango

Research, advice and support - Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS)

Social care, welfare and religion - Family Action