Awards FAQs
Can only women-owned or women-empowerment organizations be nominated?
No, all organizations are welcome and encouraged to participate. We are an all-inclusive organization.
When will winners be announced?
Winners will be announced the week of November 4th, 2020.
Are there any age restrictions for nominations/nominators?
We welcome nominations from people of all ages! The only restrictions on the people being nominated are for the Youth Of The Year and Teen Activist Of The Year awards - those categories are exclusively for nominees ages 13-19.
Can I share publicly that my organization has been nominated?
Absolutely!! The more you share, the more votes your organization is likely to receive, so we encourage sharing early and often. You will be provided with resources and graphics to share on social media upon receipt of your application.
Can I campaign for votes?
Yes! See previous answer regarding the voting process.
I am having technical difficulties with submitting my application, who should I contact?
Please contact outreach@bemorecampaign.com with any issues you may be experiencing.
What are the age requirements for Be More Youth of the Year? Maven? Teen Activist? Celebrity?
The only restrictions on the people being nominated are for the Youth Of The Year and Teen Activist Of The Year awards - those categories are exclusively for nominees ages 13-19. All other nominees may be eligible at any age.
How should Be More be referenced online?
How many winners per category?
There will be one (1) winner per category.
Can my organization be nominated for more than 1 category?
Definitely! You may apply to as many categories as you would like. The fee for each additional application is:
How long must an organization have been in business to qualify?
There is no minimum requirement, we just want to see how your business is using social media to make an impact. Whether you’ve been around 6 months or 6 years, impact is impact!
What is the voting process?
The first round of voting begins with a public vote from October 19th - October 26th. During that time, the public will have the chance to vote for the finalists for each category. We recommend that all brands encourage their audience and fans to vote and spread the word as much as possible! The finalists will be announced on September 16th, 2020.Following public voting, the Top 5 Finalists in each category will be reviewed and winners will be selected by a voting committee that consists of Be More board members, staff, celebrity guests, and youth.
Who should the contact at my organization be?
Ideally someone on your marketing, PR, or social media team. But that is not a requirement.
How do I become a sponsor of the Be More Awards?
Thanks for your interest in making an impact with us! Please email our Executive Director at megan@bemorecampaign.com to discuss sponsorship opportunities.
How will I be notified if my nomination moves on to the voting
round?
Your designated point of contact will receive an email notification with further details as well as more resources to share this exciting announcement!
Where can I place the badge on my website?
Wherever you see fit! We’d love to see it loud and proud on your homepage, or wherever you share about partnerships and CSR/philanthropy.