ACCI Named Finalist for 2025 Opus Prize

We are delighted to share that ACCI has been officially selected as a finalist for the 2025 Opus Prize, a prestigious faith-based humanitarian award recognising outstanding social entrepreneurship.

What is the Opus Prize?

The Opus Prize celebrates organisations driven by faith-inspired values to enact transformative change in communities worldwide. The selection process is rigorous and confidential, involving nominations from Catholic university partners, due diligence site visits, and careful evaluation of mission alignment, impact, and potential for scaling.

When and where is the award?

The award ceremony will take place at Xavier University of Louisiana on Thursday, 13th November 2025, as the culmination of Opus Prize Week.

What this means for ACCI

  • Validation of our work: Being named a finalist acknowledges the social innovation, faith-driven ethos, and community impact that ACCI delivers.
  • Increased visibility: We gain recognition among a global community of changemakers and humanitarian leaders.
  • Growth opportunity: Should we win, the significant monetary award and associated support will catalyse the next phase of our mission.

A Word from Our CEO

"This recognition is a true testament to the passion and commitment of the entire ACCI family and our partners on the ground. To be named a finalist for the Opus Prize is not only an honour but also a reminder of the importance of our mission to serve communities with compassion, dignity, and hope. We look forward to sharing our story on the global stage at Xavier University this November."
Alicia Spence
CEO

What Comes Next?

  • Our leadership team will prepare further for the award ceremony and associated events.
  • We’ll share internal updates as we receive them from the Opus Prize Foundation.
  • Please join us in celebrating this milestone and continue supporting our collective mission.

This is a momentous achievement for ACCI, and we’re honoured to share the journey forward with every member of our team. Well done, team, and here’s to even greater impact ahead!

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