In the news: There's still time to nominate a local hero for a Basildon Borough Volunteer Award

Do you know someone who gives up their free time to help worthy causes? Give them the recognition they deserve by nominating them for a Basildon Borough Volunteer Award.

Submit your nomination before Friday 3 January 2025 - 2025 Nomination Form

The Basildon Borough Volunteer Awards recognise the amazing achievements and contributions that volunteers make across the Basildon borough. It could be someone who cares for a loved one, runs a community group or works in a charity shop.

Everyone nominated for an award will be invited to a prestigious Volunteer Awards Ceremony at the Towngate Theatre on Tuesday 4 March 2025.

Winners in each category will be presented with a trophy and a certificate of appreciation by the Mayor of Basildon, Councillor Allan Davies, and the award category sponsors.

The categories for the 2025 awards are: 

• The Young Volunteer of the Year Award (11-21yrs or up to 25 years if additional needs) 

• Community Star  

• Inspirational Role Model Award 

• Fundraising Champion 

• Long Service Award 

• Voluntary Group/Project of the Year Award 

• Lifetime Achievement Award 

• People's Choice Award

Mayor of Basildon, Councillor Allan Davies said: "Volunteers play an essential role in our community, dedicating their time and energy to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Whether it's supporting a charity, or offering a helping hand to those in need, they show us that when we believe in Basildon we can make a real difference in our community.

"The Volunteer Awards is a fantastic way to honour these extraordinary individuals, and I encourage everyone to nominate someone who deserves recognition for their selfless work in making Basildon Borough a better place to live."

Councillor Jack Ferguson, Basildon Council's Cabinet Member for Culture, Sport, and Community said: "Volunteers are the backbone of our community, transforming lives and creating lasting change. The Basildon Borough Volunteer Awards are our opportunity to shine a light on these incredible individuals and groups. Let's celebrate their dedication and inspire others to make a difference too."

The event is being sponsored by Atlantic Pacific, C2C, Mothers Kitchen Cafe, Leonardo, Sanctuary Housing and Clarion.

To make a nomination, or to find out more about the Basildon Borough Volunteer Awards, visit Basildon Borough Volunteer Awards 2025 - Basildon 

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Published 16 December 2024

Contact Basildon Council's Press Office at pressoffice@basildon.gov.uk for further information.