Charity of the Year - Sponsored by Furnley House

Open to registered charities only. The winner of this category will receive a £5000 grant.

A Leicestershire based charity that can demonstrate a commitment and ability to making a difference. This charity should provide services that are needed in their local area. They may have fundraised or raised awareness in an innovative way. The charity should be able to show how they have made a difference.

Winner 

PASIC

Finalists

Longlist

Charity Employee of the Year - Sponsored by GQG Partners

A person that works for a specific charity that has gone above and beyond. Must be employed by a registered charity.

This employee should constantly deliver for their charity and go above and beyond and is expected of them. They should be able to demonstrate how they’ve made a difference to the charity and in the local community.

Winner

Julie Young - Heartwize

Finalists

Young Fundraiser of the Year - Sponsored by Asset Intelligence

Anyone aged between 11 and 18 that has raised a significant amount for charity or has used an innovative way to fundraise, raise awareness and inspire the community.

A young community fundraiser who has created positive change and fundraised for a charity close to their heart. They may have used their initiative and creativity and be an inspirational member of their community.

Winner

Ava Hardy

Finalists

Benjy Ritson-Elliott

Fundraiser of the Year - Sponsored by Mark J Rees

An individual over the age of 18 that has raised a significant amount for charity or has used an innovative way to fundraise, raise awareness and inspire the community.

A community fundraiser who has created positive change and fundraised for a charity or cause close to their heart. They may have used their initiative and creativity to raise money and should be able to demonstrate what difference have they made.

Winner 

Alice Greaves

Highly Commended 

Dhirubai Shah

Finalist

Volunteer of the Year - Sponsored by T. Rowe Price

A person that has gone above and beyond to make a positive difference in their community – any age. Someone who has volunteered their time and supported a local cause in need.

This person should have demonstrated a commitment to making a difference in their local area. This could be by volunteering, providing assistance, delivering a service for those in need, or just generally going above and beyond. 

Winner

James Alexander John Punch 

Finalists

Trustee of the Year - Sponsored by Anand International

A Trustee of a registered charity that has gone above and beyond in their role.

They should be able to demonstrate how they’ve made a positive difference to the charity and the local community. This could be by volunteering, providing assistance, delivering a service for those in need, or just generally doing more than is expected.

Winner

Tom Young - Little Theatre 

Finalists

Environmental Project of the Year - Sponsored by Shakespeare Martineau 

A project that is making a valuable difference to making our community a more environmentally sustainable place to live, work and enjoy.

For this award we are looking for a person or organisation who has an effective purpose-driven approach to sustainability and is making a positive change to the environment. We are looking at energy use reduction, conservation, sustainable supply chain and a reduction of carbon footprint.

Winner 

Finalists

Community Organisation of the Year - Sponsored by WBR Group

A local club or not for profit organisation (not a registered charity) that has made a difference to the local community.

For this award we are looking for a local community organisation that has offered their support to local people and area.

Winner

Ditch the Knife

Finalists

Trustees Choice Award

A finalist, chosen by the Furnley House Foundation Trustees, who really stands out for their hard work and dedication.

Winners

Soft Touch Arts

Elliott Hall for Youth & Community   

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