Diverse Abilities Charity Awards to say thank you

Diverse Abilities has launched for nominees for its fourth annual Awards and Thank You Reception to acknowledge the inspirational people that are connected with the Dorset-based charity that supports children and adults living with disabilities in the county.

Anyone  in Dorset can nominate an inspiring person or group who are either a Diverse Abilities fundraising enthusiast, an employee, a volunteer, a corporate supporter or a person cared for by the charity.

The Awards and Thank You Reception categories include Employee Achievement Award; Corporate Support Award; Volunteer/Volunteer Team of the Year; Outstanding Contribution; Individual Fundraiser of the Year; Individual they support who’s achieved something remarkable; and Staff team who have gone above and beyond.

Sarah Harrison, volunteer and recruitment manager at Diverse Abilities, said, “We see the great job that our staff do day-in day-out, how committed our volunteers and supporters are to the charity, and the achievements that the people we support accomplish. We continue to run these awards as it is a wonderful way to be able to express how thankful we are to such inspirational people. If you know of anyone that fits into one of the categories, please put them forward and help them realise how fantastic they are.”

The deadline for nominations is 21 July and a panel of judges will choose the finalists, who will be invited to an awards reception at the Italian Villa at Compton Acres on 4 October.

A full description of the award categories and nomination form can be found at http://bit.ly/thankyouawards2017 or call 01202 718266 and speak to Sarah Harrison for a paper form.