Volunteers, fundraisers and campaigners are very important to us, so thank you to everyone who took part in the award nominations process.
35th Anniversary Awards: Winners and Highly Commended
With over 100 nominations submitted it was no easy task for the shortlisting panel to come to their decisions for each category. Below is a list of all winners and those that were highly commended.
Special Recognition Award
Highly Commended
- James Prior and Family
Winners
- Graham Bell
- Robert Birkett
- Roy and Brenda Harrison
- Jacqueline Brown and Family
- Derek McEwan
Young People's Award
Highly Commended
- Rakhee Patel
Winners
- Charlotte Messenger
- Ellie Pugh
Unsung Heroes Award
Highly Commended
- Andy Player
- St Albans Volunteers
Winner
- Crohn's and Colitis Support Managing Team
Fundraiser / Volunteer of the Year (Group contribution)
Highly Commended
- Emma Jackson
Winner
- Leeds and District Group
Fundraiser / Volunteer of the Year (Individual)
Highly Commended
- Jon and Diana McLeish
Winner
- James Prior and Family
Lifetime Achievement Award
Winner
- Bradley Brown
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