We are delighted to announce Compare the Market as the Presenting Partner of the Chance to Shine Awards 2024.
Compare the Market will bring their ‘Meerkat Magic’ to enhance the experience of award winners, nominees, and guests. Compare the Market will help Chance to Shine to recognise and celebrate the achievements of those who have inspired young people through cricket, who may otherwise struggle to access the game.
Nominations are currently open in seven categories:
- Primary School of the Year
- Secondary School of the Year
- Schools Coach of the Year
- Street Coach of the Year
- Young Person of the Year
- Street Club of the Year
- Community Cricket Award
The awards presentation will take place at Lord’s Cricket Ground on Thursday 21st November, where the Delivery Partner of the Year award, voted for by the Chance to Shine Operations team, will also be presented.
Caroline Raines, Corporate Affairs Director at Compare the Market, expressed her enthusiasm about the partnership, stating “We are thrilled to partner with Chance to Shine for their annual awards, recognising the incredible individuals and organisations making a real difference through cricket. At Compare the Market, we believe in the power of sport to inspire and empower young people, and we’re excited to bring a bit of our ‘Meerkat Magic’ to this special event. It’s an honour to help celebrate those who are making cricket accessible to all, ensuring that every young person, regardless of their background, has the chance to shine on and off the field.
Laura Cordingley, Chief Executive of Chance to Shine, also shared her excitement, saying,: “We are delighted that Compare the Market will be sponsoring the Chance to Shine Awards. The awards are the most special night of the year for Chance to Shine, bringing together many of the key people who help us to inspire thousands of young people through cricket.
Every year we celebrate a number of inspiring stories which showcase the impact that our programmes have had on young people and Compare the Market’s support will help us to elevate this experience for all of our winners.”
As the countdown to the awards begins, this partnership promises to highlight and celebrate the inspiring individuals and organizations driving change and making cricket accessible to all. Nominations for the Chance to Shine Awards can be submitted here and close on Monday 23 September.
