MHA and GAVO joined hands to shine a light on Monmouthshire’s unsung heroes at the inaugural Monmouthshire Volunteer Awards, held on 30th October.
The awards celebrated the impact of individuals and groups who selflessly dedicate their time to help our communities thrive and make Monmouthshire a wonderful place to live!
Hosted at Gateway Church in Abergavenny, a local community hub we proudly partner with. The event was alive with radiant smiles, perfectly embodying the award’s theme of community. The winners were kept a secret until the evening of the celebration dinner, making each recognition even more special! The nominations were shortlisted by a small panel of colleagues and stakeholders.
Entertainment was provided by The Rock Choir, who were fabulous!
Congratulations to all our winners and thank you to everybody who took part by nominating.
Community Champion Award
- Winner – Zhenya Shepheard
- Highly Commended – Richard Pond
- Highly Commended – Bryn Probert
Best Group or Imitative Award
- Winner – Usk Food Kitchen
- Highly Commended – Chepstow Community Fridge
Inspirational Young Person Award
- Winner – Gabrijela Klaric-Grubb
- Highly Commended – Isaac
Trustee or Director Award
- Winner – Susan Nicholson
- Highly Commended – Lawrence Wilson
Environmental Award
- Winner – Jen Collet
- Highly Commended – Derek Clements
High Sheriff of Gwent Special Award
- Winner – Isaac
Most Inspirational Journey Award
- Winner – Adam Llewellyn
- Highly Commended – Morgan Collins
Health and Wellbeing Award
- Winner – Social Circles Group
- Highly Commended – Jane Vaughn
Outstanding Contribution to MHA Award
- Winner – Alison Platt
- Highly Commended – Mary Morgan
Business at the Heart of the Community Award
- Winner – Simone Jones, Scents & Senses
- Highly Commended – Monmouthshire Conservatories
Volunteer of the Year Award
- Winner – Jenny Powell
- Highly Commended – Lindsay Wright
- Highly Commended – Mark Lloyd
Lord Lieutenant Award
- Winner – Jenny Powell
