THE Warrington Guardian Inspiration Awards are back for 2022.
The annual awards, held in association with Warrington Borough Council and Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, are a celebration of Warrington's most inspiring residents and the winners will be invited to a special presentation evening at The Halliwell Jones Stadium on Thursday, November 17.
And we need you, our Warrington Guardian readers, to get involved and tell us who deserves to be honoured.
There are 12 award categories this year – and it is free to enter.
All you need to do is fill in the entry form below before our final deadline of Thursday, October 6 2022.
All applications will be considered but the judges' decision is final.
There is no limit on the number of nominations you can make, but please note that due to the volume of entries received we will not be able to respond to individual nomination submissions.
Be rest assured however that provided the required information is included your entry will be put forward for discussion by our panel of judges.
Good luck to everyone.
THE CATEGORIES:
1. SPORTSPERSON/TEAM OF THE YEAR
We want to hear about the achievements of Warrington’s finest, either in their field of expertise or in furthering sport in the community. Nominations are welcome for both adults and junior achievers.
2. CONTRIBUTION TO THE COMMUNITY
This award is for an individual, team, business or organisation in the town that has made a significant contribution to the community by giving up their time to help other people.
3. EVERYDAY HERO AWARD
This award recognises the people, neighbours or carers who always put others first, keep spirits high with people they meet and make a difference to the lives of those in their neighbourhood or the street they live in through their kindness and compassion.
4.& 5. CHARITY CHAMPION / JUNIOR CHARITY CHAMPION
We want to hear about those who have committed to raising money or giving time to a good cause. Nominations are welcome for individuals or groups, with separate awards for adults and youngsters.
6. CHILD/TEENAGER OF THE YEAR
This year’s winner will be for a youngster who has either battled against the odds to help others, been an outstanding achiever in their studies or extra-curricular activities, or put themselves at risk to help someone less fortunate or in danger.
7. NHS HERO
We are looking for an unsung hero or team working or volunteering within a hospital, surgery or health environment who have shown exceptional care or contributed to making someone’s visit or stay more enjoyable.
8. EDUCATION HERO
This award will recognise those working in the education sector, from head teachers to support staff and everyone in between. They will have provided outstanding support for pupils and inspired youngsters and colleagues with their resilience and positivity.
9. ACT OF COURAGE
This award is to commend those who have gone beyond the call of duty, overcome adversity in their personal lives or risked their own safety to help others. Nominations could be received for members of the public, teams or emergency services.
10. CHARITY OF THE YEAR
We are looking to recognise a Warrington charity that has been committed in its efforts to helpingpeople in the town through its fundraising and tireless community work.
11. FAMILY OF THE YEAR
We want to hear about an inspirational family in the town. They may have been a force for good, campaigned for change, supported others in their hour of need or had to overcome the most challenging circumstances personally.
12. LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
A prestigious award for the person who has made an outstanding contribution in Warrington over a number of years.
A judges’ special achievement award will also be separately handed out on the night.