The ROYaL Global Awards of Excellence, delivered by Taking Positive Steps Foundation, is an international initiative recognising outstanding young changemakers, innovators, and entrepreneurs aged 10–25. Our mission is to identify, celebrate, and elevate the next generation of global leaders, with a strong focus on education, innovation, social impact, and community contribution.
Taking Positive Steps Foundation has a proven decade-long track record in empowering families, strengthening communities, and supporting vulnerable children and young people across the U.K. and internationally. As an organisation, we champion excellence, leadership, resilience, and future readiness—values that align closely with forward-thinking brands seeking meaningful social impact.
By partnering with us, sponsors gain access to a unique platform that connects them with tomorrow’s workforce, creators, and innovators, while demonstrating their commitment to youth empowerment, education, and global development. Our reach extends across schools, colleges, universities, social care networks, community organisations, and international youth platforms, supported by strong digital engagement and a fast-growing global audience.
Sponsors benefit from prominent brand visibility across our marketing campaigns, website, press features, event materials, and livestreams. In addition, partnership opens opportunities for corporate volunteering, talent development pipelines, leadership mentoring, and CSR impact reporting, providing measurable value beyond traditional event sponsorship.
Partnering with the ROYaL Global Awards positions your organisation as a champion of excellence and an investor in the next generation—supporting young people whose innovations, resilience, and leadership will shape the future.
Together, we can empower young leaders and strengthen communities worldwide.
Target Audience
Audience & Demographic Profile
The ROYaL Global Awards of Excellence appeals to a diverse, aspirational, and purpose-driven audience connected to youth leadership, youth mental health and wellbeing, education, social impact, entrepreneurship, community development and community champions.
Primary Audience (Award Entrants & Participants):
• Age Range: 10–25
• Gender: All genders
• Profile: High-achieving students, young innovators, youth activists, young entrepreneurs, creatives, aspiring leaders
• Demographic: Academically driven, socially conscious, forward-thinking, digitally active
• Appeal: Education, technology, entrepreneurship, social impact, creativity, community projects, innovation
Secondary Audience (Parents, Carers & Families):
• Age Range: 30–55
• Demographic: Family-focused, engaged in education and personal development, supportive of children’s achievements
• Appeal: Community engagement, youth empowerment, educational advancement, family wellbeing
Professional Audience (Educators, Social Care, Youth Sector & Organisations):
• Age Range: 25–60
• Profile: Teachers, lecturers, social workers, youth workers, mentors, programme leaders, school/college administrators
• Appeal: Safeguarding, youth development, leadership, educational excellence, innovation in learning
Corporate & Leadership Audience (Potential Partners & Sponsors):
• Age Range: 30–65
• Demographic: Senior decision-makers, CSR teams, talent development leads, HR professionals, community engagement leads
• Appeal: Corporate social responsibility, future workforce development, leadership, education, community impact
General Fan Base:
• Values-driven individuals passionate about youth empowerment, education, achievement, creativity, and positive change
• Highly engaged across digital platforms, social media campaigns, livestreams, and community events
• Motivated by stories of resilience, innovation, and global youth leadership
Key Dates and Timings
Event Date & Sponsorship Timeline
The ROYaL Global Awards of Excellence will take place in November 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are available immediately, with the partnership period running from the point of confirmation through to the awards ceremony and post-event publicity.
This provides sponsors with up to 12 months of continuous visibility, including:
• Pre-launch promotions
• Global nomination campaigns
• Youth engagement activities
• Event marketing and media outreach
• The live ceremony in November 2026
• Post-event digital content, reporting, and brand exposure
Our sponsorships are designed to deliver long-term value, ensuring partners benefit from brand alignment, community impact, and sustained recognition across the full awards cycle.
Specific Opportunity Details
The ROYaL Global Awards of Excellence 2026 offers a unique sponsorship opportunity for organisations committed to education, innovation, and youth leadership. The awards celebrate exceptional young people aged 10–25 who are driving change within their communities and across the world. This is not just an awards event—it is a global youth development platform with long-term engagement, impact, and visibility.
Location & Format:
The 2026 Awards will be hosted in the UK, with hybrid access to ensure international participation. The live ceremony will be complemented by a professionally streamed broadcast, attracting a global online audience.
Reach and Audience Size:
Our expanding audience includes:
• Schools, colleges, and universities across the UK, Caribbean, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East
• Youth organisations, community groups, and social impact networks
• Parents, educators, social care professionals, entrepreneurs, and policymakers
• A growing digital community engaging with our campaigns, training programmes, and global youth initiatives
• Website traffic increases significantly during the nomination period and awards season
• Social media reach includes daily engagement across LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, alongside partner networks and community platforms
Why a Partner Should Get Involved:
Sponsors gain the opportunity to align with education, social impact, leadership, and youth empowerment—key priorities for forward-thinking organisations. Supporting the ROYaL Global Awards demonstrates a commitment to the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, activists, and future leaders.
By partnering with us, brands benefit from:
• High visibility across digital campaigns, media coverage, press features, and the live event
• Association with a respected, international awards programme grounded in positive youth development
• Access to emerging young talent and future workforce opportunities
• CSR value through measurable impact on youth empowerment and community strengthening
• Opportunities for meaningful staff involvement (mentoring, judging panels, workshops, etc.)
• Strategic alignment with Taking Positive Steps Foundation—a trusted organisation with over a decade of impact supporting children, young people, and families globally
This sponsorship opportunity allows brands to make a genuine, lasting difference while amplifying their presence within a dynamic, value-driven global community.
Features and Benefits
Features and Benefits
Sponsors of the ROYaL Global Awards of Excellence 2026 will receive a high-value partnership experience designed to maximise visibility, community impact, and meaningful engagement throughout the awards cycle. All benefits listed below are fully deliverable within our operational capacity.
1. Branding & Visibility
• Sponsor logo featured on the ROYaL website’s Awards page
• Logo placement on nomination forms, digital flyers, and promotional creatives
• Branding on event presentations, digital backdrops, and the awards livestream
• Mention in press releases, campaign announcements, and post-event media
2. Social Media Promotion
• Scheduled sponsor shout-outs across our LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and partner networks
• Inclusion in campaign videos during nomination periods
• Joint branded posts highlighting the sponsor’s role in youth empowerment
3. Event Exposure
• Sponsor recognition in the opening and closing of the awards ceremony
• Opportunity to present an award category (specific tiers only)
• Inclusion in the event programme and digital materials
• Option for a short sponsor message or video to be shared during the livestream (subject to tier)
4. Hospitality & Invitations
• Complimentary VIP tickets to the ROYaL Global Awards 2026
• VIP seating and access to networking opportunities with educators, youth leaders, and community organisations
• Priority access to pre-event or post-event online meet-and-greet sessions (if offered)
5. Promotional Opportunities
• Ability to share one approved promotional offer or message to our audience during the campaign period
• Inclusion of sponsor materials (digital) in attendee packs or pre-event communications
• Opportunity to participate in youth development activities (panel judging, mentoring, workshops), where appropriate
6. Community & CSR Impact
• Clear demonstration of the sponsor’s contribution to youth leadership, education, and global empowerment
• CSR-focused highlights included in our reporting and post-event impact summary
• Alignment with a respected foundation with over a decade of work empowering children, young people, and families
7. Year-Round Engagement
• Extended visibility throughout the full awards cycle (18 months)
• Continued brand presence during nomination campaigns, youth engagement activities, and announcements
• Opportunity to renew the partnership for long-term youth development initiatives
Other Partners
At this stage, we are in the process of developing a selective portfolio of strategic partners for the ROYaL Global Awards of Excellence 2026. Currently we have:
• An international partner based in the USA, who originally joined us as a UK-based partner and has continued their sponsorship after relocating, demonstrating long-term commitment and confidence in the Awards’ global impact.
• A local London-based pharmacist, who supports our community engagement and youth empowerment initiatives.
Further to this we are currently in conversations with organisations across the education, technology, youth development, corporate CSR, and community impact sectors.
Our partnership model is intentionally exclusive, ensuring that each sponsor receives clear visibility and is not placed alongside direct competitors. We carefully curate collaborations to maintain alignment with our values of youth empowerment, leadership, innovation, and global community impact.
We welcome reputable brands who share our commitment to supporting the next generation of changemakers. New partners joining us at this stage will benefit from first-mover advantage, priority category options, and long-term alignment with the Awards as we expand internationally.
Investment
The ROYaL Global Awards of Excellence 2026 offers a tiered sponsorship structure designed to ensure accessibility for community-based organisations while maintaining high-value strategic partnerships with national and global brands.
Our sponsorship model reflects the ethos of the Awards: inclusion, excellence, and meaningful impact. Partners are invited to engage at a level that aligns with their capacity, objectives, and commitment to youth empowerment.
Sponsorship Tiers
🌱 Community Ally – £1,000
Designed for small charities, CICs, schools, and grassroots organisations wishing to demonstrate their commitment to youth leadership and community development.
🌍 Community Partner – £2,500
For community-focused organisations and local businesses seeking increased visibility and engagement within the ROYaL global network.
🥈 Silver Partner – £7,500
For organisations looking to align their brand with youth excellence, education, and leadership through enhanced visibility and event recognition.
🥇 Gold Partner – £15,000–£20,000
For established organisations and education or CSR-focused partners seeking strong brand positioning, deeper engagement, and category-level involvement.
🏆 Platinum Partner – £35,000–£50,000
A limited, exclusive partnership for national and global organisations seeking headline visibility, category naming rights, and long-term strategic alignment with the ROYaL Global Awards of Excellence.
Flexible Partnership Options
Sponsorship may be provided through:
- Cash investment, supporting event production, global campaigns, and youth development initiatives
- In-kind or contra support, including professional services, technology, media, or event delivery
- Product or promotional contributions, enhancing the awards and participant experience
All partnerships are sector-exclusive, ensuring clarity of brand alignment and meaningful visibility for sponsors.
Value & Duration
Sponsorships provide up to 12–18 months of exposure, from pre-launch promotions and global nomination campaigns through to the live awards ceremony and post-event reporting.
Each sponsor receives clear recognition, measurable impact reporting, and the opportunity to build a long-term relationship with a respected international youth development platform.
Partnership Conversations
We welcome discussions with prospective partners to tailor a sponsorship package aligned with their strategic goals, budget, and CSR priorities, ensuring mutual value and sustained impact.
Other Info
Other Information
The ROYaL Global Awards of Excellence was launched three years ago and has grown consistently year on year. Now heading into its fourth year, the Awards have become an increasingly high-profile platform for recognising young leaders, changemakers, and innovators.
Engagement and impact have been highly visible, with nominations now coming from a broad range of reputable institutions and organisations, including:
• Schools and universities, recognising the achievements of their students
• Mind and Young Minds, acknowledging young people making a positive difference in mental health and wellbeing
• NHS staff and Street Doctors, for their outstanding community work and leadership
The Awards celebrate exceptional young people who are making real change in their communities, and they provide sponsors with a unique opportunity to associate with excellence, youth empowerment, and social impact.
This proven track record of growth, engagement, and credibility demonstrates that the ROYaL Global Awards offer a high-value, meaningful sponsorship opportunity for brands looking to make a lasting difference.