FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cause Catalyst?
Cause Catalyst is a platform that celebrates and highlights exceptional work in the nonprofit and community sectors. We accept nominations to recognize individuals, teams, organizations, or projects making a positive impact.
Who can be nominated?
Anyone in the nonprofit or community sector who is contributing to meaningful change can be nominated. This includes individuals, teams, entire organizations, or specific projects.
Can I nominate myself or my own organization?
Yes! Self-nominations are welcome.
How do I submit a nomination?
Simply fill out our nomination form! Provide details about the nominee and their impact, and let us know if you’d like to remain anonymous.
How much does it cost to nominate?
To nominate an individual, team, or a project - the Catalyst wildcard - the fee is $50.
To nominate an executive the fee is $50.
To nominate an organization the fee is $250.
Can I remain anonymous when submitting a nomination?
Yes. When filling out the nomination form, you’ll have the option to choose whether or not your name/organization is shared with the nominee.
What happens after I submit a nomination?
After submission, our team will review the nomination. If additional information is needed, we may contact you. Once reviewed, the nominee will be contacted, asked for 3 references, sent a nomination package, and be considered with our batch of other nominees.
How is a winner selected?
We evaluate nominations based on their impact, innovation, and alignment with community needs. Final selections are made by our panel of reviewers.
Will the nominee be informed of who nominated them?
If you choose not to remain anonymous, we will share your name/organization with the nominee. If you opt for anonymity, your identity will not be disclosed.
Can I nominate more than one person or organization?
Absolutely! There’s no limit to the number of nominations you can submit.
What kind of recognition does being a Cause Catalyst Nominee provide?
Nominees receive a personalized package including a keepsake, they also receive a letter, an email, features on our platform, recognition in newsletters, and opportunities to connect with like-minded changemakers.
What kind of recognition does being a Cause Catalyst Winner provide?
If selected as the winner for their category, individuals or organizations will receive a beautifully personalized trophy, additional features on our platform, a discount to nominate future nominees, and a chance to pick from a selection of prize packages.
Who is on the judging panel?
All employees at Cause Catalyst will have the chance to review each nomination. In addition, we share all of the info with Chat GPT and ask for input there, and we add to the panel every year by giving previous winners of that category the chance to join the panel for the upcoming year.
I want to nominate somebody that doesn't fit in the Cause Catalyst categories because they aren't in the nonprofit sector. How can I do that?
Cause Catalyst is ran by Praiz Awards. Praiz Awards will soon be launching MANY other categories of recognition. Stay tuned for more info. For now, please send us a message letting us know which group you are interested in and we'll keep you updated!
Can I partner with Cause Catalyst or sponsor an initiative?
We’d love to discuss partnership opportunities! Reach out to us through our contact info below for more information.