Charity of the Year

Charity of the Year

At Slater and Gordon we are committed to more than just delivering legal services. We aim to make a meaningful impact on the communities we work with. As we fight for the best possible outcomes for our clients, we also recognise our broader economic, environmental and social responsibilities.

Charity of the Year 2026 -Shortlist Announcement Coming Soon

Thank you to every charity that took the time to apply for our 2026 Charity of the Year.

Following an incredible response and an inspiring range of entries, applications are now closed.

We are currently reviewing all submissions and our shortlist finalists will be announced mid to late February.

Building on the success of our inaugural year, Slater and Gordon is proud to continue our commitment to supporting meaningful causes that make a real difference within our communities. Our Charity of the Year programme reflects our ongoing mission to give back and champion the organisations improving lives every day.

What the 2026 Charity of the Year will receive

Over a 12-month partnership, the winning charity will benefit from:

Significant Monetary Award

A substantial five-figure donation to support work and future projects

Dedicated Fundraising Support

Our teams will actively champion your cause, helping to deliver events and campaigns that boost your fundraising efforts

Brand Visibility

Enhanced exposure through our website, social media channels and wider communications

Strategic Collaboration

Opportunities to work closely with us to develop initiatives that strengthen your mission and help you reach your goals.

Thank you to all applicants

We welcomed submissions from charities of all sies including those focused on physical and mental well-being, as well as organisations providing crucial support to individuals affected by injury, illness, trauma or disability. The work you do is vital, and we are honoured to learn more about your impact.

Best of luck to all applicants and we look forward to announcing the shortlisted finalists soon.

How we choose the finalists

Our panel judges receive all the applications, they will carefully review all applications and select 10 finalists.

2026 Judges

• Janine Ferrie (Chief Marketing Officer)
• Madelene Holdsworth (Managing Director Specialist Legal Services)
• Michael Dunleavy (Head of Business Development)

Once the final 10 have been chosen, it’s time to engage your community. We will provide graphics packs and tools to support!

An online voting platform will allow people to vote for their favourite charity among the finalists. This, combined with judges’ feedback, will determine our winner.

Key dates

• Entries Close 30th January 2026
• Shortlist & Voting announced Feb 2026
• Winner announced early March 2026

Hear from last years 2024/25 Winner, Wheelchair Football Association

Over the past year, powerchair football charity The Wheelchair Football Association was the firm’s selected Charity of the Year 2024/25, strengthening the charity’s national reach, driving further awareness of its impact as well as delivering fundraising support. The relationship, which continues to develop, also saw the law firm become sponsor of the National League Premiership, which is named Slater and Gordon Premiership for the 2025/26 season.

Dean Williams, Chair of The Wheelchair Football Association, adds, “Being named as their Charity of the Year has been transformative for us. We are a relatively small but ambitious charity with two wonderful members of staff supported by amazing volunteers, and the support we have received from Slater and Gordon since has been truly fantastic.”