Volunteer effort in Ceredigion earns recognition at awards

The Ceredigion Association of Voluntary Organisations (CAVO) held its annual Volunteer Awards at Aberporth Village Hall on June 10, 2024, thanking those who devote their time to benefit others across the county.

Owen Drakeley was named as the Young Person Award winner (Image: CAVO)

CAVO chief officer Hazel Lloyd Lubran said: "The standard of nominations this year was exceptionally high, presenting the selection panel with a challenging but rewarding task.

"The ceremony unveiled a range of outstanding individuals and groups who have profoundly impacted Ceredigion."

Caroline Wilson was given the 40 Years award for her Girlguiding service (Image: CAVO)

The winners were:

• Outstanding achievement: Diane Dearlove - Jig-So Children’s Centre
• Team: St John Ambulance Aberystwyth Division
• Trustee: Rona Dalton-Thompson – Borth Community Hub
• Young person: Owen Drakeley – Borth Community Hub
• 40 years of service: Caroline Wilson - Girlguiding Ceredigion

Representatives of Jig-So Children's Centre accept the Outstanding Achievement Award on behalf of Diane Dearlove (Image: CAVO)

The ceremony applauded the contributions of volunteers, who provide 145 million hours of service worth £1.7 billion annually to the Welsh economy, according to Third Sector Support Wales.

This highlights the important role of volunteers.

Rona Dalton-Thompson was given the Trustee Award (Image: CAVO)

The Ceredigion Volunteer Awards serve as a reminder of the incredible effect volunteer work has on communities.

More details about CAVO and its initiatives can be found on their website or social media platforms.

St John Ambulance Aberystwyth division was given the Team Award (Image: CAVO)