Pillars and judging criteria
Every nomination includes five write-ups, one for each pillar. The independent judging panel marks each pillar out of 10; the portal applies the weights below to give a score out of 100 and averages the judges.
| Pillar | Weight | Write-up in the form | Word limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compliance & Governance | 25% | Regulatory & Governance | 250 words |
| Socio-Economic Impact | 20% | Socio-Economic Impact | 500 words |
| Sustainability | 20% | Sustainability | 250 words |
| Cross-Sector Collaboration | 20% | Cross-Sector Collaboration | 250 words |
| Innovation | 15% | Innovation | 250 words |
| Total | 100% | 1,500 words |
Compliance & Governance
Describe how the PBO meets its regulatory obligations, its board and governance structures, financial controls and transparency.
Socio-Economic Impact
Describe the measurable difference the PBO makes: who benefits, how many, and evidence of change in their lives.
Sustainability
Explain how the PBO sustains its work over time: funding mix, local ownership, environmental practice and continuity plans.
Cross-Sector Collaboration
Show how the PBO works with government, the private sector, communities and other PBOs to multiply its impact.
Innovation
Describe new approaches, technology or ideas the PBO has introduced and what they achieved.
Flagship awards
In round 2 the panel scores all 15 finalists once more using the same score card. The portal produces two rankings from the same marks:
| Pillar | PBO of the Year (F7) | Partnership of the Year (F6) |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance & Governance | 25% | 15% |
| Socio-Economic Impact | 20% | 15% |
| Sustainability | 20% | 15% |
| Cross-Sector Collaboration | 20% | 40% |
| Innovation | 15% | 15% |
Breaking a tie
- Higher final score wins.
- If still tied, the higher average mark on Compliance & Governance wins.
- If still tied, the higher average mark on Socio-Economic Impact wins.
- If still tied, the Judging Chair decides and records the reason.