First Stages project 'SALUTE!' was awarded the Inspire mark by London 2012. The project involved the song 'SALUTE' inspired by the Olympic Games, written by Nick Bryan, produced by Carole Berry, and sung by First Stages.

Their application to the Inspire Programme of London 2012 for the project SALUTE! was partnered by NODA - the National Operatic and Dramatic Association.

Mirroring the London 2012 brand values, only the most accessible, participative, inspiring and stimulating projects and events achieve the mark –
across sport, culture, education, environment, volunteering and business skills.

The Inspire mark is awarded to specific projects and events which are:

• Genuinely inspired by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
• Well planned and managed.
• Fully funded from non-commercial sources & with no commercial association.
• Innovative and inspiring.
• Likely to achieve at least one of the key outcomes.