Reigate & Banstead Volunteer Awards

The Mayor of Reigate & Banstead celebrates the borough's volunteers annually through the Reigate & Banstead Volunteer Awards.

The award scheme was set up to recognise the unrewarded heroes who do a great amount of valuable work for the borough and its community and to show appreciation for their selfless service.

The scheme has been running for over twenty years, and is organised by Reigate & Banstead Borough Council, in conjunction with Voluntary Action South East.

How to nominate

Nominations for the 2025 awards are now closed. 

Successful nominees and their nominators have been notified, and unsuccessful nominators have also been informed.

Awards Ceremony Details

The awards ceremony will be held at The Town Hall in July.

Details have been sent to the successful nominees and may bring one guest due to capacity limits..

If you would like any further information please email the Mayor's Office: mayor@reigate-banstead.gov.uk. 

Criteria

Nominees must live and/or volunteer in the borough and not receive any remuneration for their time (except expenses).

Award categories

• Young Volunteer Award

For volunteers aged between 16 and 25 who have gone above and beyond the standard expectation for their age and who have used their own volunteer experience to inspire others.

• Volunteer Award

For volunteers over the age of 25 years old who have exceeded what would normally be expected of them and demonstrated their outstanding commitment to their role.

• Individual Trustee Award

For those in Chairman, Treasurer or Secretary roles who have shown due diligence, good governance, and commitment for the minimum of a year, providing outstanding support, guidance, and inspiration to the organisation

• Volunteer Team Award

For two or more volunteers or trustees who have demonstrated great teamwork, provided support and encouragement for other volunteers, and made a significant and positive impact through working together.

• Long Service Award

For volunteers that have completed a considerable length of voluntary service, 10 years or more.