Better Together Social Value Awards
The Travis Perkins Managed Services ‘Better Together’ Awards celebrate those dedicated to improving lives and building a sustainable future.
They recognise outstanding contributions to social value, inspiring others to make a difference and showcasing the power of collaboration in creating vibrant, healthy, and thriving communities.
The winning project from each category receives £5,000!
Better Together Awards HighlightsBetter Together Awards categories
The TPMS Better Together Awards celebrate the impactful work that is being carried out in communities around the country.
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![PEOPLE - for a community initiative demonstrating the best effort to support individuals and foster a healthy, resilient environment and a connected community]()
PEOPLE - for a community initiative demonstrating the best effort to support individuals and foster a healthy, resilient environment and a connected community
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![ENVIRONMENT - for an environmental initiative that serves as a catalyst for positive change, nurturing sustainable practices and promoting ecological stewardship]()
ENVIRONMENT - for an environmental initiative that serves as a catalyst for positive change, nurturing sustainable practices and promoting ecological stewardship
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![COMMUNITY - for a the community initiative that demonstrates an outstanding contribution to community engagement and resident participation]()
COMMUNITY - for a the community initiative that demonstrates an outstanding contribution to community engagement and resident participation
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![ECONOMY - for a community initiative that demonstrates the best support towards employment and education opportunities within their communities]()
ECONOMY - for a community initiative that demonstrates the best support towards employment and education opportunities within their communities
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![WE CARE - for a community initiative that exhibits outstanding commitment and dedication to caring for individuals as well as fostering empathy and inclusivity]()
WE CARE - for a community initiative that exhibits outstanding commitment and dedication to caring for individuals as well as fostering empathy and inclusivity
Who can enter and how?
Entries can be submitted by any Managed Services customer, community group, charity or organisation associated with social landlords within the affordable housing sector, including contractors and house builders.
What happens next?
The nomination window for this year is now closed. All nominations will be reviewed and a shortlist chosen. After the shortlisting process we will be in contact with everyone to let them know whether their nomination is proceeding to the final round of judging. Judging will take place at the beginning of January 2026.
The panel of judges share between them a wealth of experience within social value and the affordable housing sector. They share our passion for celebrating the great work carried out in local communities.
Better Together Awards Highlights 2026
On 5th March 2026, we gathered to recognise the outstanding passion and dedication our customers invest into their social value projects.
We are incredibly proud to announce our 2026 winners:
- The People Award: Platform Housing Group
- Environment Award: Riverside
- Community Award: Salix Homes
- Economy Award: Mears Group PLC
- We Care Award: Abri Group
Every shortlisted entry served as a powerful testament to the hard work being done across the sector. We congratulate all our winners and finalists for the incredible, lasting impact of their projects.