Do you know a North Herts Hero?

Do you know someone special in your community who has gone above and beyond and made a real difference in the district of North Herts?

Someone who has dedicated their life to helping others or recently made a big impact on a person, family or group in the community? Someone who has improved the health and wellbeing of people in North Herts? An eco-warrior or maybe an exceptional young person?

We want to hear from you as we launch North Herts Heroes 2023, formerly the Chair’s community recognition awards. North Herts Heroes is sponsored by Willmott Dixon, Cala Homes, and The Comet.

The deadline for nominations is 8 January. Please seek permission from the person you are nominating. They don’t have to live in the district but the work they carry out must largely benefit residents of North Herts. Judging and filming of winners’ stories is due to take place later in January and February, with a ceremony in early March.

Winners will receive a beautiful, engraved trophy and gift voucher.

The judges of the awards include:

• Cllr Sam North, Chair of the Council
• a representative from North Herts Council for Voluntary Service (NHCVS)
• Georgia Barrow, editor of The Comet, as media sponsor
• a representative from Willmott Dixon as sponsor
• a representative from Cala Homes as sponsor

Cllr Sam North, Chair of the Council, said: “Recognising North Herts Heroes is a fantastic way for the council to thank and show appreciation of some of the special people in the district who go out of their way to help others and make a difference. We know people don’t do it for the glory, but it’s important for the community to acknowledge their contribution, and it inspires others to think about how they may also help others.

“Last year’s winners blew us away, I can’t wait to read your nominations and meet with winners next year.”

The award categories are:

Caring Award

Do you know someone who has really gone the extra mile over the past year? Maybe someone has helped do your shopping week in, week out, supported you through a tough time or gone above and beyond for the community. Help us celebrate them.

Dedication Award

You might know someone who has dedicated their time on a regular basis for many years to help their community, the sort of person who is just always there to help out, come rain or shine. This is the sort of person we are looking to celebrate with this award.

Green Award

Has a person or group made the community a better place to live? Has someone been key in organising litter picks, gardening projects, tree planting, walking buses or community recycling drives?  This award is for them.

Health Award

Has one of your friends shared healthy recipes or started a walking club? Has a PE teacher gone above and beyond their usual role? Does someone spring to mind who has really supported others to get their mental health back on track? We’d love to celebrate them.

Young Star Award (19 or under)

Do you know a young person who has contributed to their community, inspired others or given back? Someone who has transformed their own life, overcome challenges to reach their goal or positively impacted the lives of others? Let’s give them the recognition they deserve! We will be emailing all schools about this category.

More information: North Herts Heroes