Shine a Spotlight on Your Best Work with the TRENDY Awards!

The TRENDY Awards are your chance to prove your association’s marketing and communications don’t just get the job done—they set the standard. With 25 targeted categories, this is where the most creative, high-impact campaigns, publications, designs, and digital experiences in the association community get the recognition they deserve.

Why Enter Now?

Lock in savings: Purchase your entry by September 30, 2026 to secure the discounted entry rate of $105—and you don’t have to submit your collateral until the December deadline.
Submit on your schedule: Upload your collateral anytime up until the December 4th deadline, so you can reserve your spot now and finalize later.
Showcase your team: Give your staff the industry recognition they’ve earned and strengthen your organization’s brand with peers, partners, and leadership.

Key Dates:

Early Bird Entry Deadline: September 30, 2026
Entry Deadline: Friday, December 4, 2026
Winners Announced: March 10, 2027, at the Salute to Association Excellence in Washington, DC.

Winning work will be featured on the TRENDY Awards website and highlighted at the Salute to Association Excellence, offering lasting visibility and a powerful proof point for your team’s impact. Plus, explore the 2027 Winner Gallery after the event to see how top associations are raising the bar across the industry.

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The Pinnacle Award

The winner of the Pinnacle Award is the top honor across all categories in the TRENDY Awards. All entries will be eligible for the Pinnacle Award.