The campaign shines a light on people in the district who work tirelessly and selflessly to make the lives of other people better in some way.
The foundation’s judging panel chose ten finalists from the ninety nominations received. Votes are now welcome to determine who should receive the People’s Choice award.
Murray Edwards, Community Foundation Wakefield District’s executive director, said: “We received an unprecedented number of nominations this year, and each one showed just how much of an impact local volunteers are making across our district.
"It’s been a real pleasure to spend time with all of our finalists.
"A short film detailing the nature of their nominations will be shown at the Unsung Heroes award ceremony, which will take place at Wakefield Cathedral on October 6.”
Here are the ten finalists.
To vote for your winner, visit www.wakefieldcf.org.uk
Tickets for the Unsung Heroes awards ceremony are still available, which includes a three-course dinner. For more information, visit www.wakefieldcf.org.uk
9. Ann Lancaster
‘The whole team at Pontefract Community Kitchen are heroes,’ says Ann Lancaster, on behalf of her fellow volunteers, all of whom have been chosen as one of our ten finalists. One of their nominators, who believed their efforts should be more widely recognised, added: ‘The whole team works tirelessly to ensure the community of Pontefract has the opportunity to receive food parcels and cooked meals each week. The kitchen is open three days a week; however, the operation is a seven-day-a-week commitment, as the volunteers continuously collect food from local supermarkets and outlets, and as they put together and deliver crisis food parcels for people in need.’ Photo: Submitted
10. Lilly Goodall
Lilly is the winner of our Outstanding Young Person award, but she could also be the public’s overall winner, too. At just eight years old and as a young carer, Lilly copes with more than many adults have to contend with. Her mum, Vicky, adds: ‘In lockdown, Lilly did a sponsored walk for Hemsworth Park nursing home, raising over £300. She also completed another walk for Barnsley Hospital’s children's ward, raising £360. She donated 112 Easter eggs to children in A&E and dressed up as Alice in Wonderland to deliver them. We are so proud of our little girl, who continually wants to do more and more for others.’ Photo: Submitted