7 May 2014

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YOUNG people from East Grinstead who volunteer their time to make the town a better place, or to care for family members or the environment, could be in line for one of Mid Sussex District Council’s first-ever Young Volunteer of the Year Awards.

The award ceremony will be held on Monday 2 June to coincide with National Volunteers Week, which runs from 1 – 7 June 2014.

Many young people give up their free time and put a great deal of effort into volunteering,  and the Council would like to recognise their triumphs and achievements.

The Mid Sussex Young Volunteer of the Year Awards are open to young people aged from 11 to 18 years and are split into three categories:

• Young Carer
• Young Community Volunteer
• Young Conservationist (sponsored by The Landscape Group)

* Mid Sussex residents have until Friday 16 May to submit a nomination for the Young Volunteer of the Year Awards.

Shortlisted youngsters will be invited to an awards ceremony at 4pm on Monday 2 June at Wakehurst Mansion, Wakehurst Place, where they will be presented with a certificate in recognition of their efforts.

The winners will be presented with their awards and a £50 High Street voucher by Councillor Gordon Marples, Chairman of Mid Sussex District Council.

For further information or to fill out a nomination form visit www.midsussex.gov.uk/youthvolunteerawards or telephone 01444 477518.