NewsFinalists for the Wessex Charity Awards 2010 announced! We are delighted to announce the shortlisted finalists for this year's Awards, listed alphabetically below:
Press Release 20 April 2010 - Star Status for Charity Workers and Volunteers! Founder of the Awards, Jenny Warner, of PAS Charity Recruitment welcomed representatives of the five main local sponsors as well as many other sponsors and supporters from across the Wessex region which covers Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Wiltshire, Dorset, West Surrey and West Sussex. If you’ve been helped in a special way by an individual or an organisation in the charity sector, now’s your chance to say “thank you” by nominating them for the Wessex Charity Awards 2010, called the “Charity Oscars” last year by the Press. Lots of nominations for the five categories have already been received from a wide range of charities, large and small. It’s very easy to nominate: just visit www.wessexcharityawards.co.uk and complete the entry forms. All fifteen finalists will have their work showcased at the glittering Gala Dinner and Awards ceremony on Thursday 30 September. 300 people will attend the ceremony in The Winchester Guildhall. Debbie Thrower, the popular TV presenter will introduce the finalists and announce the winners of the five categories: Charity of the Year, Chief Executive of the Year, Fundraising Team of the Year, Volunteer of the Year and Trustee Board of the Year. Everyone can keep up-to-date with news about The Wessex Charity Awards by looking at the Daily Echo and the Hampshire Chronicle, who are the media partners of the Awards or following events on BBC Radio Solent and The Coast 106FM. Last year’s Wessex Charity Awards Chief Executive of the Year, Martin Edwards of Julia’s House Children’s Hospice said: “Over the next few weeks we’re going to be hearing a lot from politicians about how they intend to change things in this country, but it’s important to remember that there are many unsung heroes in the charity sector who are already changing society. These Awards are to give them the recognition they rarely get, but so richly deserve.” Jenny Warner of PAS Charity Recruitment added: “Please don’t forget to get your nomination in by 30 April and give your favourite charity the chance to be a Charity Star!”
The Coast radio station signs up as Award Sponsor of Volunteer of the Year Award Lester Aldridge come on board as Award Sponsor of Fundraising Team of the Year Award. Leading law firm, Lester Aldridge, have joined the sponsorship team and look forward to working with many charities in the Wessex Region. Their team comprises of over 130 specialist lawyers and other professionals in Bournemouth, Southampton and Wessex Charity Awards on BBC Radio Solent Jenny Warner, Director of PAS Charity Recruitment, was interviewed by BBC Radio Solent’s Kate Martin on her Afternoon Show. To listen to Jenny click here Nominations open for the Wessex region’s only ‘Charity Oscars’ Building on the success of last year’s memorable event, nominations are now invited for the prestigious Wessex Charity Awards 2010, regionally acclaimed as the “Charity Oscars”. From 1 March until 30 April, members of the public and charities can nominate their favourite charity or voluntary organisation for awards in 5 categories: Charity of the Year, Chief Executive of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Fundraising Team of the Year and Trustee Board of the Year. The awards are open to organisations, large and small, operating in Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Dorset, West Sussex, West Surrey and Wiltshire. This is an exceptional opportunity for charities to showcase their work across the region and to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of their staff and volunteers. The glittering Gala Reception and Dinner for 300 people will take place on Thursday 30 September 2010 in The Guildhall, Winchester, when the winners of the 5 categories will be presented with their awards. Debbie Thrower, the popular TV presenter, will host the evening. “To nominate your favourite charity, a friend who works for a charity or a work colleague for one of these prestigious Awards, you just need to go to www.wessexcharityawards.co.uk and complete the nomination forms,” said Marilyn Morris, Awards Coordinator. The highly experienced judging panel will be Hampshire resident, Judith Rich OBE, whose national appointments include serving as a Vice-President of Diabetes UK and REACH; Stuart Etherington, Chief Executive of the National Council for Voluntary Organisations; Martin Edwards Chief Executive of Julia’s House and currently Wessex Charity Awards Chief Executive of the Year; Virginia Lovell, Chief President of St John Ambulance, Stephen Pidgeon, Chairman of Tangible Response. Jenny Warner, Managing Director of PAS Charity Recruitment, who are organising the Awards, said “With all the fantastic work being done by charities, not-for–profit organisations and individuals in the Wessex region, we decided that the dedication of these people needed to be publicly acknowledged. Their efforts frequently go unrecognised and the Wessex Charity Awards provide a great opportunity for their talents and commitment to be rewarded. To nominate an organisation or an individual, visit www.wessexcharityawards.co.uk. Nominations close on 30 April 2010 and the short list of finalists will be announced in July 2010. Of last year’s awards, Alison Thompson, Chair of Emmaus Hampshire, who won Fundraising Team of the Year, said: “Winning the Fundraising Team of the Year award was the icing on the cake for Emmaus Hampshire after two intense and exciting years raising the funds to build our new Community. The wonderful Awards evening gave us the opportunity to celebrate all the hard work within our own team it was also the perfect platform to raise awareness of Emmaus.” Rothmans join the Hendy Group as Award Sponsors We are delighted to announce that Rothmans, accountants, are sponsoring the Trustee Board of the Year Award. Rothmans is one of the South of England's most established and largest Chartered Accountancy practices. Clients ranging from large corporations to self-employed individuals look to Rothmans for financial expertise with an emphasis on personal service and practical advice that is tailored for each organisation. Media partner announced We are pleased to announce that the Southern Daily Echo and Hampshire Chronicle are delighted to support this year's awards as our dedicated media partners. They have confirmed that a full report of the winners will be published on Tuesday 5th October 2010 in the Southern Daily Echo. More information available soon! Venue decided for the 2010 event Due to the enthusiasm for the event, with the 2009 event being sold-out, we have chosen to hold the 2010 Awards event at the Winchester Guildhall which can accommodate up to 300 corporate and charity guests. The event will be held on Thursday, 30 September 2010. Hendy Group to be Lead sponsor of the Wessex Charity Awards We are delighted to announce that The Hendy Group has agreed to become our Lead Sponsor for the 2010 Awards. A big 'thank you' to the Hendy Group and we look forward to working with them to bring you the 2010 Awards. ************************************************************************************************************************** 2009 Event - Final Press Release "Wessex Charity Awards a Success"! - Daily Echo The cream of the region’s charities and not-for-profit organisations were rewarded last night, 26 February 2009, for their incredible efforts and vital contribution to the community at a gala black tie dinner at the Hampshire Rose Bowl. Over 200 people from various charities and businesses attended the inaugural Wessex Charity Awards, which was organised by PAS Charity Recruitment. The most prestigious award of the night, sponsored by PAS Charity Recruitment, went to the well-known, Winchester-based children’s hospice, Naomi House. They were crowned Charity of the Year, recognised for a strong sense of identity and a clear sense of purpose across the organisation. Emmaus Hampshire, a homeless charity also in Winchester, won Fundraising Team of the Year, which was sponsored by Hendy Group, for their incredible efforts in raising £2.7m in a 20-month fundraising campaign. Chief Executive of the Year, sponsored by Mazars, was won by Martin Edwards of Julia’s House after he was nominated by staff at the Dorset children’s hospice for his inspirational leadership and his lobbying work on a national scale. Coffin Mew sponsored the Trustee Board of the Year award which went to Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice in Farnham, Surrey for their immediate impact on reducing operational costs following an implementation of a 5 year strategy, and finally, Volunteer of the Year, sponsored by Wave 105, went to the Volunteer Watch at Coastwatch Portland Bill. This organisation is run entirely by volunteers, 60 in all, and they are responsible for managing and fundraising, as well as saving lives. Jenny Warner, Lead Organiser, said: “The night was a fantastic success. There was a real 'feel-good' atmosphere in the room. The awards themselves reinforced what an outstanding job our local charities and volunteers do.” Other finalists on the night were YOU, Jubilee Sailing Trust, braintrust, Elizabeth Foundation, Oakhaven Hospice, Children of Fiji, Wells for India and Worthing Churches Homeless Projects.
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