Penistone Ward Alliance is inviting nominations for its 2026 Volunteer Awards, which recognise people who go above and beyond to make a difference in their community. The closing date for nominations is Friday 11 September.
There are nine awards to be presented at Wortley Hall on Thursday 22 October. The categories are: Volunteer of the Year; Young Volunteer of the Year; Community Group of the Year; Environmental Awards; Outstanding Contribution to Health and Wellbeing; Outstanding Contribution to Sport; Outstanding Contribution to Arts and Culture; Outstanding Contribution to Older People; and Outstanding Contribution to Younger People.
Who can be nominated?
The awards are open to anyone volunteering in Penistone West and Penistone East wards. Nominations can recognise volunteers who routinely give their time and skills to lead, run or support groups in their area, as well as those who befriend or mentor others.
Cllr Sam Burdett, Cabinet Spokesperson for Communities, said: "Volunteers of all ages play a vital role in Barnsley and give their time and energy to support local charities, schools, sports clubs, community groups and countless other good causes, often without seeking recognition."
How to nominate
Nomination forms are available by emailing RebeccaBattye@barnsley.gov.uk or by messaging Penistone Ward Alliance through their Facebook page. The deadline for submissions is Friday 11 September.
Penistone Ward Alliance is a volunteer-led community group that works alongside local councillors in the Penistone East and Penistone West electoral wards. Their role is to set local priorities and help manage council grant funding for neighbourhood groups and environmental projects.
