Cobalt Housing celebrated the unsung heroes in their local community at the first ever Cobalt Community Awards event.
The awards, hosted by the Cobalt Housing team, promoted and celebrated the outstanding achievements of groups and individuals within Croxteth, Norris Green and Fazakerley.
The Cobalt Community Awards were held at the Suites Hotel in Knowsley, Liverpool on Thursday 14th November.
The awards were launched at the Altogether Festival in August, and the public submitted nominations for seven award categories.
Alan Rogers, Chief Executive at Cobalt Housing, comments:
“There are many individuals and community and voluntary organisations playing a pivotal role in changing the lives of others. They don’t shout about it; they are not looking for recognition, but they do ‘something special’ because they genuinely care and want the best for others.
“Community spirit has always been high here in Liverpool, and we are proud to work alongside some inspirational community groups and individuals that make our area a great place to live.
“This is our first awards evening that publicly celebrates the achievements of these individuals and groups, and we are delighted to bring so many people together for the Cobalt Community Awards. Congratulations to all our nominees and winners”.
Congratulations to the Winners and Nominees of 2019
Community Champion Award
An award that recognises an individual who is the pillar in their local community, who goes above and beyond for their local area.
Winner: Richie Rooney
Nominees:
Tricia Allward
Su Carson
Kenny Lewington
Julie Burquest
Tina Darcy
Good Neighbour Award
An award to celebrate the kindness of residents who always go the extra mile for their neighbours.
Winner:
Les Longley
Nominees:
Edie Hodge
Alan Devon
Janet Heckingbottom
Making a Difference Award
Celebrating an individual group whose contributions are having a positive impact on their community
Winner:
Autism in Motion
Runner up:
Friends of Norris Green Park
Nominees:
Croxteth Gems
Bridge Community Centre
Norris Green Youth Centre
19th Walton on the Hill Scout Group
Norris Green Community Alliance (NGCA)
Community Fund Project of the Year Award
A group who has used Cobalt’s community fund to significantly support their community in positive way:
Winner(s):
Fazakerley Library: Men’s Shed Project
Croxteth Family Matters: Food Pantry Project
Bridge Community Centre: Branching Out Project
Nominees:
Fazakerley Federation: Community Clean-Up Projects
Triple C: Norris Green Debt Advice Project
Croxteth Gems: 12 Days to Christmas Project
Norris Green Community Alliance: Intergenerational Project
Fazakerley Federation: Winter Wonderland Children’s Freedom Project
Volunteer of the Year Award
Acknowledging an individual who as used their time to better their community.
Winner:
Julie Roberts
Nominees:
Paul Ware
Tina Darcy
Janet Heckingbottom
Lifetime Achievement Award
An award dedicated to an individual or group who in their lifetime has taken pride in their local area.
Winner:
Jean Hannah
Nominees:
Karen Campbell
Denise Turner
Jean Martin
Community Group of the Year Award
Rewards a community group who have made an exceptional contribution to the residents of Croxteth, Norris Green and Fazakerley.
Winner:
Croxteth Gems
Runner up:
Bridge Community Centre
Nominees:
Triple C
Autism in Motion
Kinship Carers
19th Walton on the Hill Scout Group
Norris Green Community Alliance (NGCA)
Risbury Road Tenants’ & Residents’ Association
Cobalt Housing allocates a £40,000 Community Fund each year, inviting local groups to submit funding applications for projects focused around priorities including:
- Healthy Living
- Strengthening Communities
- Cleaner, Safer, Greener Communities
- Financial Inclusion & Advice
- Employment and Life-Long Learning
- Families
Since 2003, they have supported over 500 local projects that aim to support people of all ages, backgrounds and needs.
The next round of funding opens in April 2020. Groups and individuals are advised to follow Cobalt Housing on social media channels, or visit www.cobalthousing.org.uk to find out more information.