Just under 30 hardworking people have been chosen as finalists for the North Kesteven Community Champion Awards.
The awards highlight the actions of people in North Kesteven who have carried out work quietly, tirelessly and selflessly to help others.
Out of the 107 nominations that were made by thankful residents, the sponsors of the event have chosen 28 finalists.
All of the finalists, guests and nominators are now being invited to a celebration on Wednesday, October 10 where they will learn of the winners.
Councillor Richard Wright, leader of NKDC, will be hosting the event and said: “We are very proud to present these awards in order to applaud and award some of the people who given so much through their voluntary and charitable endeavours.
“These are the unsung heroes of our community who make an enormous difference within our district and these awards are a small but heartfelt thank you.”
Good Neighbour
Susan Brown, for her vigilant care all neighbours in her cul de sac
Sally Jacobs, for feeding neighbours by baking and scouring shops
Community Business
AF Blakemore, for providing a local school with £2,000 of help
Leadenham Teahouse, for providing the community with drinks during the floods
Ringrose Law, for raising tens of thousands of pounds for charity
Community Spirit
Lincolnshire Emergency Medical Response, for providing a rapid and dynamic emergency response
Derek Robinson, for raising over £33,000 through a wide range of events
David Russell, for cooking a monthly three-course meal for 40 people
David and Karren Warren, for securing the purchase of the village pub
Contribution to Arts and Culture
Nadim Aziz, for broadening cultural awareness and building community cohesion
Kenneth Garfield, for supporting young musicians over the past 18 years
Andrew Key, for his efforts to install the Heckington poppy installation
Young Achiever
Harry Ratcliffe, for his hiking and fundraising aspirations
Paige Spoor, for donating ten inches of her hair to sick children
Thomas Talbot, for securing medals at international events despite his disability
Contribution to Health and Wellbeing
Evergreen, for reaching out to more than 120 older people to combat social isolation
Lyn Gardner, for ensuring that patients reach medical appointments through a voluntary car scheme
Sleaford Striders, for inspiring hundreds to take up running
Longstanding contribution
Michael Cullen, for his work as a church warden over the past 28 years
Michael Maidment, for making a difference in the lives over hundreds of military veterans
Christine and Alan Pywell, for fundraising and organisation to keep a church and community centre open
Contribution to Better Environment
Branston Junior Academy, for encouraging children to grow their own produce
Ian Callaghan, for creating an outdoor space for others to enjoy
Tracey Stevenson, for helping to address the decline of the hedgehog population
Contribution to Sport
Malcolm Fenton, for helping youngsters to excel in sport and improve facilities
Simon Hutchinson, for ensuring that hundreds of children can play football as part of Greenbank FC
Julie Norman, for running a judo club and ensuring that her students are active
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