Volunteer Awards 2026
Pam Meredith recognised for more than 50 years of extraordinary community service
Pam Meredith has received the Robin Pilkington Special Achievement Award at the Halton and St Helens VCA Volunteer Awards 2026, recognising more than five decades of dedication to supporting people and strengthening communities across St Helens.
Presented in partnership with the Rainford Trust, the award celebrates an individual whose voluntary contribution has gone above and beyond, reflecting the compassion, commitment and determination that make a lasting difference to others.
Outstanding volunteers and community organisations recognised for their contribution to local communities
The dedication, kindness and achievements of five outstanding volunteers and community groups were recognised at the Halton and St Helens VCA Volunteer Awards 2026, where they received Highly Commended recognition for their exceptional contributions.
Held at The Heath in Runcorn, the awards celebrated the people and organisations who give their time, energy and passion to make a positive difference across Halton and St Helens.
Mal Hampson honoured for more than 40 years of transforming young lives through arts and inclusion
Mal Hampson has received the Jean Mulford Special Achievement Award at the Halton and St Helens VCA Volunteer Awards 2026, recognising more than four decades of dedication to arts, culture and inclusion.
The award celebrates individuals whose commitment, vision and leadership have left a lasting legacy within their communities. Mal's work has created opportunities for generations of children and young people to develop their talents, build confidence and discover their potential.
Stephen Holloran named Halton Culture Champion at 2026 Volunteer Awards
Stephen Holloran has been named the winner of the Halton Culture Champion Award at the Halton and St Helens VCA Volunteer Awards 2026, recognising his outstanding commitment to promoting arts, heritage and community life across the borough.
The award was presented during an especially significant year for Halton, as the borough celebrates its role as the Liverpool City Region Borough of Culture for 2026.
Friends of Victoria Park named Volunteer Team of the Year 2026
Friends of Victoria Park have been named winners of the Volunteer Team Award at the Halton and St Helens VCA Volunteer Awards 2026, recognising their outstanding contribution to their local park and the wider community.
The award celebrates a team whose collective efforts, creativity and commitment have helped transform a much-loved public space into a vibrant, welcoming and inclusive place for people of all ages.
Aidan Jackson recognised for life-saving community legacy with Outstanding Contribution Award
Aidan Jackson has won the Outstanding Contribution Award at the Halton and St Helens VCA Volunteer Awards 2026, recognising an extraordinary volunteering journey that has helped make communities safer.
Aidan's remarkable story began at just 12 years old, when an ambitious challenge to fill Halton Stadium with teddy bears demonstrated the determination and creativity that would become a defining feature of their volunteering.
Violet Rose Waring celebrates inspiring personal journey with Volunteer Award win
Violet Rose Waring has won the Personal Achievement Award at the Halton and St Helens VCA Volunteer Awards 2026, in recognition of an inspiring journey of personal growth, confidence and community involvement.
The award celebrates someone who has developed themselves or overcome personal challenges through volunteering, and Violet's story is a powerful example of the difference that encouragement, opportunity and community participation can make.
Community champion Karen Jordan wins Biggest Heart Award at Halton and St Helens Volunteer Awards 2026
Karen Jordan has been recognised for her outstanding kindness, compassion and generosity after winning the Biggest Heart Award at the Halton and St Helens VCA Volunteer Awards 2026.
The award celebrates an individual whose selfless commitment has made an exceptional difference to people and animals across the local community.