The Beacon Fellowship Charitable Trust has put out the call for nominations for the Beacon Prize 2010. Do you know any philanthropy heroes? Do you know someone who deserves national recognition for all the good work they do?

Beacon is urging YOU to nominate individuals who have made a significant philanthropic contribution in giving time, money or skills to a specific cause.

Beacon awards annual prizes to individuals who have made exceptional contributions to charitable causes or to organisations that benefit the public

With awards in seven categories and an additional overall prize, the winners will be invited to attend a gala event in London where the overall prize winner will receive £30,000 to donate to the charity of their choice.

Beacon believes that by highlighting the achievements of the prize winners and showcasing innovation and best practice in philanthropy, others will be inspired and encouraged to make their own contribution

Closing date for nominations is 16 April.  See http://www.beaconfellowship.org.uk for more information.