Leicestershire Community Champions Awards 2024
When
7th November 2024
Where
Why
To celebrate heroes who have made a significant impact in the Leicestershire community.
Some key dates to put in your diary:
Friday 30th August - Nominations close
Wednesday 11th September - Supporting showcase submission deadline
Friday 20th September - Finalist announcement (Online via LinkedIn)
Tuesday 24th September - Finalists video interviews at Furnley House
Thursday 7th November - Awards Ceremony at The City Rooms
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.
Shortlist
After 18
Heartwize
Leicestershire Wildlife Hospital
PASIC
Soft Touch Arts
One Roof Leicester
Charity Employee of the Year
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.
Finalists
Charlotte Laidet - Big Difference
Chikodi Lori - Leicestershire Cares
Julie Young - Heartwize
Young Fundraiser of the Year
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.
Finalists
Araminta Mather
Ava Hardy
Benjy
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.
Finalists
Alice Greaves
Dhirubai Shah
Marc Rowley
Volunteer of the Year
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.
Finalists
Claire Prowse
James Alexander John Punch
James Chantry
Trustee of the Year
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.
Finalists
Helen Mitchell - Twycross Zoo
Jay Webb - The Bridge East Midlands
Tom Young - Little Theatre
Environmental Project of the Year
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.
Finalists
Heartwood Community Wood Group
Reaching People
Tilton on the Hill Electric Car Club
Community Organisation of the Year
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.
Finalists
Bee Shuffles
Elliott Hall for Youth & Community
Ditch the Knife
Graceworks
Wigston Mini Fire Engine
Trustees Choice Award
A finalist, chosen by the Furnley House Foundation Trustees, who really stands out for their hard work and dedication.
Thank you to Soar Valley Press for sponsoring the printing.