Nominations wanted for Rotherham "local heroes" awards

The Rotherham Community Achievement Awards will be handed out later in the year and organisers Voluntary Action Rotherham is calling for names to be put forward.

The Community Achievement Awards are held annually “to celebrate the work of individuals and projects in the voluntary and community sector that have made a significant difference to the communities of Rotherham”.

There are three categories you can nominate people or organisations for: Volunteer, Young Volunteer (under 25) or Project.

Shafiq Hussain, chief executive at Voluntary Action Rotherham, said: “Without a doubt the last 18 months have been the most uncertain and challenging times most of us will ever see, but in the background community groups, volunteers and organisations have all worked tirelessly throughout, helping people in Rotherham overcome the challenges they have faced."

“The Rotherham Community Achievement Awards are a perfect opportunity to recognise those individuals and projects that have gone that extra mile, say a big 'thank you' for their achievements during the last year and publicly acknowledge the huge role they play in Rotherham.”

If you would like to nominate an individual or an organisation for an award, visit https://bit.ly/3md28X3 or contact Sarah Kelly on [email protected].

Nominations must be in by next is Wednesday, September 8.