Derby Impact Awards 2025 Sponsored by Nimbus Disability

The Derby Impact Awards 2025 will bring together social enterprises, entrepreneurial charities, B-Corps, and purpose-driven businesses for an inspiring evening of celebration and connection.

Taking place on Thursday 20 November 2025, 6:00–9:00 pm at The Museum, Wardwick, Derby, the Awards form part of Global Entrepreneurship Week and will shine a spotlight on the people and ventures using business as a force for good in the Greater Derby area.

Guests will enjoy:

• ✨ Recognition across 10 award categories honouring innovation, leadership, and impact
• 🎥 Short films showcasing the stories of our finalists
• 🎤 Keynote speakers and insights from social enterprise leaders
• 🤝 Networking with changemakers, local leaders, and fellow impact-driven organisations

The Awards highlight Derby’s growing reputation as a hub for social innovation and responsible business, showcasing ventures that balance profit with purpose while tackling social and environmental challenges.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, supporter, or simply curious about the future of business in Derby, this is your chance to connect, be inspired, and celebrate the organisations driving positive change.

This event is kindly sponsored by Nimbus Disability.

Awards to be presented:

• Enterprising Charity of the Year

• New Social Venture of the Year

• Young Social Entrepreneur of the Year

• Young Social Venture of the Year

• Cultural/Creative Impact Venture of the Year

• Best Impact Business of the Year

• Social Venture Champion of the Year

• B-Corp of the Year

• Social Entrepreneur of the Year

If you'd like to be considered for an awrd use this link to submit your application.

Host or Publisher Derby Social Ventures