The awards are a special recognition for volunteers in Sefton who have gone above and beyond their role and shown real dedication and commitment to the organisation they support. The young volunteer of the year award is open to those aged 25 and under.

Volunteer of the Year 2025 nominees

Mabel Robin – Southport and Formby Macmillan Centre

Nominated by Justine, Centre Manager at Southport and Formby Macmillan Centre

Mabel volunteers for us every Friday. She travels from the other side of Sefton to help at our Centre because she believes in the importance of our service. She supports our Shared Reading and Craft Group by making drinks, washing up, socialising and befriending the members. Mabel then stays on to cover the Centre for us over the lunch period. She is very skilled at talking to our patients. She has had her own cancer experience and wants to give back the support that she had. As well as volunteering for our Centre, Mabel also volunteers for Macmillan on a national level, taking part in panels and supporting other volunteers. Outside of her Macmillan volunteering, Mabel helps at a holiday club run by her church for low income families. She is also happy to help at other events we have such as the Spring Fayre and Coffee Mornings or Christmas Parties. She is always willing and helpful. It is lovely to have her to help us and she is very reliable.

Lorraine Murphy- Crosby Housing Association

Nominated by Hannah, HR and Governance Manager, Crosby Housing Association

We are proud to nominate Lorraine for Volunteer of the Year 2025. Since joining us, she has devoted over 4,500 hours of her time to the charity shop, always bringing dedication and enthusiasm. Her love for connecting with customers creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and her careful attention to every single donated item reflects her deep commitment to our cause. She consistently goes above and beyond, never hesitating to lend a hand wherever needed. We would truly be lost without her – she is an essential part of the team, just like all of our valued volunteers, and an absolute pleasure to have around. Her passion and positivity make a real difference every day, and she is truly deserving of this recognition.

Tegan Hankinson- Parkhaven Trust

Nominated by Fiona, Activities Coordinator, Parkhaven Trust

Tegan is a committed young volunteer, happy to get involved with every activity that she is asked to participate in.

Kwok Ng- Parkhaven Trust

Nominated by Fiona, Activities Coordinator, Parkhaven Trust

Kwok is the most kindly mannered, good humoured and committed volunteer. Eager to please all those he comes in to contact with.

Elspeth Clare- Parkhaven Trust

Nominated by Fiona, Activities Coordinator, Parkhaven Trust.

Elspeth is fully committed to her volunteering role.A charming lady who radiates warmth and empathy amongst all residents.

Cintia Nguyen- Parkhaven Trust

Nominated by Fiona, Activities Coordinator, Parkhaven Trust.

Cintia is a fabulous talented young artist who participates in weekly art sessions at Parkhaven Trust, much to the enjoyment of the residents.

Peter Cureton- Parkhaven Trust

Nominated by Fiona, Activities Coordinator, Parkhaven Trust.

What can I say..Peter is a brilliant classical musician who volunteers at Parkhaven Trust bringing joy to the residents and service users who love his music.

James Sanders- Sefton ASD Services

Nominated by Chris, Sefton ASD Services

James has volunteered for us for 2 years and during his time he has gone above and beyond for our clients. He never has to be asked to do anything. He would always be on time or sometimes stay late. The coordinator was off and he offered to step up and run the section and service without asking.

Funmi Glover- Sefton Libraries

Nominated by Erin, Sefton Libraries

Funmi comes to Crosby library to support our Friday storytime. Funmi is very energetic and engaging, bringing such a nice atmosphere with her. The parents and kids love her and she’s taken what was a quiet and less attended storytime and turned it into something lively and popular. She also volunteers at Maghull to help with the IT help desk to assist people with little experience or confidence with computers.

Young Volunteer of the Year nominees 2025.

Daisy Langton, Friends of South Park

Nominated by Liz, All in Nature/ Friends of South Park, Bootle

Daisy has been volunteering now for just over a year. She came into the garden ( bravely!) by herself to see what we did in our space. She is 21 and had been looking for somewhere to meet people, be outdoors and contribute to a project. Over the last year, Daisy has attended over 90 general volunteering sessions, often staying for more than 4 hours. She has embraced any courses we have run and has achieved First Aid at Work certificate and composting introduction. She has also attended a CVS CANVA course on our behalf and now produces our marketing posters! She is always eager to learn new skills and to ‘get stuck in’ whether its weeding, digging, sorting out compost bins or whatever is required. She has supported our family sessions and is really popular with the younger children who attend – all asking “where’s Daisy?” when they come in. Daisy hadn’t really done much food growing before coming to the community garden, but now has seen and participated in a full year of producing produce. Leeks are a Daisy speciality! She brings a youthfulness and cheeriness to our space and is now an integral part of our community. She has even agreed to be on our committee, representing younger volunteers’ views and learning about how to manage a group setting which is contributing to her employability skill set. What a transformation to the day when came into the garden, a little but shy and unsure. We’re proud of you Daisy! thank you for all your hard work.

Thank you to Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa for sponsoring the Young Volunteer of the Year Award.