The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, equivalent to an MBE, is the highest recognition given to volunteer groups in the UK. This prestigious award celebrates exceptional organisations with the highest standards of service, who’s volunteers are the driving force behind making positive change in their communities.
Our fantastic volunteers are the backbone of our charity, and we were thrilled to welcome the Lord-Lieutenant of Northamptonshire, James Saunders Watson, to present official badges to some of our core team back in 2024. Some of our core team received their awards from CEO of Northamptonshire Community Foundation, Rachel McGrath, at our Christmas party, and from former Vice Lord-Lieutenant, Morcea Walker, at the opening of our Food Hub later in the year.
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The Rose of Northamptonshire Awards were originally launched in 2020 by the High Sheriff’s Office, the Lord Lieutenancy, and Northamptonshire County Council as part of the Unsung Heroes Initiative. These prestigious awards recognise individuals and groups who have gone above and beyond to support their communities, especially during times of great need. We are so grateful for everything our volunteers do, and we couldn’t have been prouder to see their efforts celebrated in such a meaningful way.
2022 Northamptonshire Inspirational Woman of the Year Awarded by Northamptonshire Community Foundation to Teresa McCarthy-Dixon, our founder.
2022 Northamptonshire Inspirational Woman of the Year Awarded by Northamptonshire Community Foundation to Teresa McCarthy-Dixon, our founder.
2022 Lady Juliet Townsend’s Award for Voluntary Service Awarded by Northamptonshire Community Foundation to Vincent Doherty, one of our volunteers.
2022 Platinum Champion Award, Her Majesty the Queens Platinum Jubilee Awarded by HRH the Duchess of Cornwall.
2022 High Sheriff of Northamptonshire Recognition Award for Activities and Contribution on Embracing the life of the Community.
GOLD – COVID-19 Hero – Weetabix Food & Drinks Awards 20/21
Community Champions – Northamptonshires COVID-19
Outstanding Business of Lockdown – HRC Shortlist
Highly Commended Shining Star – Northamptonshire Carers Awards 2020
The Independent – National Newspaper Recognition
The Guardian – National Newspaper Recognition
Rose of Northamptonshire Award – Dedication to the Safety of the Community
Rose of Northamptonshire Award – Dedication to the Safety of the Community
NBEA 2020 – Business Excellence Awards Winner
NBEA 2020 – Community Person or Project of the Year
Kerry Diaspora Award Ireland – Recognition for long-standing contribution to the Irish community in the UK Award by Kerry County Council.
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The McCarthy-Dixon Foundation
67 Grove Rd
Northampton
NN1 3LJ
Registered Charity Number: 1190255
