Heart of Doncaster Awards return for 2024

We are delighted to announce that our Heart of Doncaster Awards will be returning once again for 2024. 

Taking place on Friday 11th October, we’ll be welcoming friends of the Foundation, businesses, individuals and award nominees to the Eco-Power Stadium, for an evening of celebration and reflection, of the incredible people, partners and businesses we have from across the city.

After the success of last year, the highly anticipated Foundation event, gives the opportunity to shine a light on individuals and groups achievements through a variety of awards, that play an incredible part on the impact of the city of Doncaster and it’s community. 

Awards & Nomination Process

The awards for the night that have already been confirmed are as follows;

CDF Fit Rovers Participant of the Year Award 

To recognise a participant in the Fit Rovers provision who has shown outstanding commitment and attendance in a range of projects, providing incredible support, and embracing the projects aims.

Active School of the Year Award

To recognise an outstanding school in Doncaster that delivers innovative and creative opportunities to be active, working with parents and students to Get Doncaster Moving.

CDF Youth Social Action Award

To recognise a participant or graduate that took part in Youth Social Action with Club Doncaster Foundation who displayed courage and resilience whilst encompassing all of Club Doncaster Foundations core aims.

CDF Apprentice of the Year Award

To recognise the successful progression and hard work of an apprentice who has made a positive impact in the community and become a valued member of the Club Doncaster Foundation team.

CDSC Student of the Year Award

To recognise a CDSC student who has demonstrated excellence in their academic studies and extracurricular activities and has shown outstanding dedication and resilience.

CDF Fundraiser of the Year Award

To recognise an individual who has taken on a huge challenge and put themselves out of their comfort zone this year to raise funds for Club Doncaster Foundation to support the provision we deliver.

Darren Warner Volunteer of the Year Award

To recognise a selfless individual who regularly volunteers their free time, engaging with others and makes a significant difference in the community.

Eric Randerson Special Recognition Award

To recognise a truly special achievement, for an incredibly dedicated individual who goes above and beyond to support programmes and positive action across Doncaster.

A small number of additional awards may be added closer to the time. 

Do you know of an individual or group that has made a difference to the local community? Someone who deserves to be recognised for something they’ve done throughout the year? Once live, you’ll have the opportunity to nominate them for an award. 

Please note, award nominations must reflect the period of 1st September 2023-31st July 2024. 

The nominations form will be going live over the next week, so please keep an eye out on our social media channels fore when this is announced. 

Award sponsorship 

We’ve already had a number of businesses get in touch about being involved in the lead up to the event and also on the night, to help ensure it’s a special evening once again. If you haven’t spoken to us yet and are keen to be involved, there are a range of options for you, whether you’re a business, an individual, or just want to support us on the night.

Option 1: Award sponsorship with a table of 8 (+ 2 donated places)

Option 2: A table of 10 at the event

Option 3: An individual seat at the event

Option 4: Donate a seat to one of our beneficiaries

All options include a 2 course meal and a welcome drink upon arrival.

To discuss the options and to guarantee your place at the Heart of Doncaster Awards 2024, please e-mail phoebe.sneddon@clubdoncasterfoundation.co.uk.

Once nominations go live, you’ll have until Friday 30th August at 5pm to get your nominations in. 

Speaking of the upcoming event, Fundraising & Event’s Officer, Phoebe Sneddon said: “I'm really looking forward to the Heart of Doncaster Awards 2024. 

“It's a fantastic evening celebrating and recognising incredible individuals in and around the City of Doncaster. Last year, we heard some incredible stories and celebrated the achievements of those deserving of the awards and we can’t wait to be able to do the same this year. 

“We’ve got a couple of new awards too, which we believe will showcase even more people from the local community, those unsung heroes who have an impact on numerous lives within Doncaster.

“If you have anyone in mind please nominate them and give them a chance to be presented with an award. 

“If you're interested in attending the event or sponsoring an award please get in touch. I look forward to celebrating everyone's achievements.”