The Margaret E Morrison

Garthdee spirit of the community awards 2017

& Inchgarth cc AGM Friday 30th June 2017 6.45pm

NOMINATION FORM

Every year, Inchgarth community centre runs our Spirit of the community awards where we recognise the outstanding achievements of the communities and cities unsung heroes. We want you to nominate the person or organisation that you feel truly deserves to be recognised at our high profile awards evening which consists of food, entertainment and awards with some 400 people in attendance.

WHEN CAN YOU NOMINATE?

Nominations are open throughout January and February and must be lodged with Inchgarth community centre by post or by email (details overleaf) closing date 28th February 2017.

CAN YOU NOMINATE MORE THAN ONE PERSON?

Yes.

WHEN WILL PEOPLE FIND OUT IF THEY ARE SUCCESSFUL?

People will find out by the end of March if they have been chosen to receive a spirit of the community awards and will be notified directly by Inchgarth.

HOW TO NOMINATE?

You must fill in the nomination form attached with your details, the details of the person you are nominating and a full explanation on why you feel that person deserves special recognition. The more information you give the better opportunity of success and truly telling that nominees story.

DOES IT COST ANYTHING?

No, everything is completely free. No entry free, no cost for food, wine or entertainment. You can make a donation if you wish to our nominated good cause for that night.

CAN YOU RESERVE SEATS?

The award winners will be permitted to reserve as many seats as they wish for their friends and family. We will also be willing to block book seats for groups of 4 and above only- this must be done by the 16th June at the very latest and is non-negotiable.

NOMINATION FORM

YOUR NAME…………………………………………………………………………………………………………

TELEPHONE NUMBER…………………………………………………………………………………………….

EMAIL ADDRESS…………………………………………………………………………………………………...

NAME OF THE PERSON OR

ORGANISATION YOU ARE NOMINATING……………………………………………………………………..

WHAT CATEGORY ARE YOU NOMINATING THEM FOR?.....................................................................

THEIR TELEPHONE NUMBER…………………………………………………………………………………...

TELL US ABOUT THE PERSON/ ORGANISATION YOU ARE NOMINATING.

The more information you give us, the better chances of your nominee’s story being told and succeeding in gaining a Margaret E Morrison spirit of the community award.

Some suggestions.

What is special about the person?

Remember to tell us what category you are nominating for!

How long have they volunteered?

What makes them stand out from the rest?

Have they triumphed over adversity?

Have they excelled in their chosen field or career?

Have they gone that extra mile?

Do they inspire others?

Have they made an impact in their local community?

Done extreme acts of kindness?

Made a difference to the lives of others?

Shown courage?

How does their achievements stand out from others?

We want to know as much about the person as possible, do they have family, where they come from, what is/was their career? Anything that you can think of that allows us to build a rounded picture of the person would make a huge difference and allow their story to be told.

PLEASE SEND YOUR NOMINATION BY POST TO

Inchgarth community centre

Aboyne Place

Garthdee

Aberdeen

AB107DR

You can also EMAIL us your application to inchgarthcc1@btinternet.com

CATEGORIES

THE GOLD AWARD

This award is to recognise the efforts made by our senior citizens aged 60+ who have made an outstanding contribution to their community, city life, who have volunteered, who have excelled in their chosen career or made a lasting impact and inspired others.

YOUNG ACHIEVER AWARD

This award is aimed at celebrating achievement, volunteering, triumph over adversity or contribution to community life for primary & secondary aged children or youths up to the age of 18.

OUTSTANDING BUSINESS AWARD-

SUPPORTING THE THIRD SECTOR

This award recognises the tremendous contribution, charity work, support or difference a business has made in the community or city.

TRIUMPH OVER ADVERSITY AWARD

This award is to recognise those who have triumphed over adversity in their lives, who have overcome significant obstacles either through health, inequality, or other life issues to succeed in their chosen career or make a difference in their community or the lives of others.

CARER OF THE YEAR AWARD

This award is to recognise paid or volunteer carers who go that extra mile, who make a real difference to the lives of others, or excelled in their chosen field.

ORGANISATION OF THE YEAR AWARD

This award recognises organisations that have delivered services of excellence, made lasting contributions in their communities or the city where their achievement was a team effort.

OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

This award is an open category for individuals, organisations, charities, businesses from any sector to recognise services, volunteering, success or achievement of excellence.

TELL THEIR STORY HERE OR ON A SEPARATE PIECE OF PAPER

paul o connor

2017-01-06