2026 Inspire Awards - Call for Entries

Deadline: Friday, July 1, 2026 | 11:59 p.m. ET

Calling all public relations professionals from the Triangle to the Coast!

It’s time to showcase your best work and compete for top honors in the North Carolina Public Relations Society of America (NCPRSA) 2026 InSpire Awards.

On behalf of the NCPRSA Board of Directors, we are excited to officially open this year’s call for entries.

The InSpire Awards recognize the most strategic, creative and results-driven communications campaigns produced across our region. From agencies and corporate teams to nonprofits, associations, government organizations and independent practitioners, our community continues to set the standard for excellence in public relations.

If you delivered a measurable impact in 2025, this is your opportunity to be recognized.

Why Enter?

• Earn recognition for high-impact, results-driven work
• Elevate your professional credibility and portfolio
• Gain visibility among peers, clients and industry leaders
• Celebrate your team’s achievements on a regional stage

Modeled for Success

The InSpire Awards are modeled after the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Silver and Bronze Anvil Awards, making it easy to repurpose and submit your work to both competitions.

With a wide range of categories and subcategories, there is an entry point for every:

• Budget
• Campaign type
• Organization size
• Team structure

Celebrate With Us

Winners will be recognized at the 2026 NCPRSA Annual Conference this November, where we will come together to celebrate the innovation and impact of our region’s PR professionals.

You’ve done the work. Now let it shine.

Submit your entry and take your place among North Carolina’s top communicators.

Need help with your submission?

How to Prepare Your Silver (Campaign) Entry 

How To Prepare Your Bronze (Tactic) Entry

Questions?

For entry details or support, contact:
Matt Lail — mlail@gotriangle.org
Kalyca Becktel — kbeckte@ncsu.edu

Thank you and best of luck!

Matt Lail
Awards Co-Chair

Kalyca Becktel
Awards Co-Chair

NCPRSA