Nominations are now open - VAD Volunteer Awards 2026
30 June 2026
Author:
Nicky Birkinshaw
Nominations are now open - VAD Volunteer Awards 2026

As part of Volunteers Week, 1st - 7th June 2026, Voluntary Action Doncaster is proud to launch our Volunteer Awards!

These awards celebrate the amazing volunteers who make a real difference across Doncaster every single day.

We’re inviting all VAD member organisations to nominate the volunteers and stories that deserve recognition.

Award categories include:

  • Volunteer of the Year
  • Rising Star
  • Unsung Hero
  • Young Volunteer of the Year
  • “We Couldn’t Make This Up” Award

Whether it’s someone making a huge impact behind the scenes, an inspiring young volunteer, or a story that still makes your team smile we want to hear about it!

Nomination deadline: 28 August 2026

Winners announced at the VAD AGM in September 2026

Submit your nomination here: VAD Volunteer Awards 2026 – Fill in form

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