It's time to celebrate our community heroes!

Westminster Community Awards 2026

It's time to celebrate our community heroes

We need your help to celebrate the incredible individuals who make an 
impact in our community - in big ways or small. 

With 12 award categories, we’re honouring volunteers, green champions, 
neighbourhood centres, art and culture leaders, and so much more.

Anybody can nominate, so shine a spotlight on your community hero today.

Nominations closing on the 13th of February 2026 - don't delay!

Shortlisted nominees will be invited to the awards ceremony on Monday 23 March 2026 to celebrate their achievements.

Nominate your hero here!

Award categories

Outstanding work with children and young

• Awarded to the organisation that has made a notable impact on the lives of children and young people.  

Contribution to Health, Wellbeing and Health Equity

• Awarded to the organisation that has made the significant contribution to health, wellbeing and health equity. 

Contribution to Older People

• Awarded to the organisation that has made the significant contribution to improving the lives of older people. 

Contribution to People with Disabilities

• Awarded to the organisation that has made the significant contribution to improving the lives of people with disabilities.  

Contribution to Arts and Culture

• Awarded to the organisation that contributes widely to celebrating and engaging with residents through arts and culture. 

Contribution to Environment/Green Hero

• Awarded to the organisation that is notably committed to the Green agenda on a local level. 

Volunteering Project of the Year

• Awarded to the project that makes notable difference to the community through volunteers. 

Building Social Cohesion Award

• Awarded to the organisation that is committed to connecting with diverse community groups by providing them with a sense of belonging and building relationships. 

Corporate Social Responsibility Impact Award

• Awarded to the corporate organisation that has made the most notable CSR initiatives within the VCS Sector

Young Volunteer of the Year

• Awarded to the young person that goes the extra mile to support the community by giving their time voluntarily to help others. 

Active Citizen of the Year

• Awarded to a resident who makes a notable difference to the community and council by engaging in activities.