Waterford
Community & Voluntary Awards
Nomination Form and Guidelines
2016
Closing Date: 5pm Wednesday 5th October 2016
Waterford-PPN @WaterfordPPN www.waterfordlife.ie/ppn
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Guidelines
Ethos and Focus of Awards
The purpose of the award Scheme is to recognise and celebrate the commitment and vibrancy of the community and voluntary sector in Waterford City & County and to recognise the value of the voluntary contribution made by community and voluntary groups to their own localities.
Categories
The Scheme has numerous award categories which may vary/change each year.
General Conditions
Groups must fulfil the following conditions to apply:
· Groups can be nominated or can nominate themselves
· When nominating a group the nominator should ensure that the group have been notified.
· A group can be eligible under one category.
· No supporting documentation will be accepted for the judging process e.g.; photos, fliers, DVDs, cds etc.
Adjudication Process
The Awards will be assessed by an independent panel of judges, looking in particular for:
v Contribution and positive impact of the group to the community
v How representative the group is in their community
v Level of voluntary involvement and participation
v Use of inclusive working methods
v Future benefit to the Community
**All nominations shall be assessed on the basis of the information provided. Short listing will apply and finalists MUST be prepared to meet the adjudication panel if necessary and be available to make a promotional short video (at no cost to the group).**
What will the Award Be?
Category Award winners: Waterford City & County Mayors Award
* €500 * €800
Runner up prizes * Commemorative piece of Artwork
Brochure - The 2016 Brochure is kindly sponsored by Dungarvan Credit Union
Presentation of Awards
The awards will be announced and presented at the Community & Voluntary Awards ceremony on Thursday 24th November in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Delegates from ALL nominated groups will be invited to attend the ceremony.
Closing Date
Closing date for receipt of nominations is 5pm on WEDNESDAY 5th October 2016
Return completed Forms by post or email to:
Muriel Tobin
Community & Voluntary Awards
1st Floor
Civic Offices
Dungarvan
Co Waterford
Email:
Nomination Forms also available online on www.waterfordlife.ie/ppn
For information and assistance, please contact Muriel on 058 -21198/086-1723298
Application Form
Under which Category do you wish to nominate Group/Organisation
Please tick ONE box only
Arts, Culture & Heritage – Sponsored by BHP Insurance
Children & Youth – Sponsored by Waterford PPN
Community & Neighbourhood Services – Sponsored by WLRfm
Pride of Place – Sponsored by Waterford City & County Council
Healthy & Active Community – Sponsored by Glanbia
Social Inclusion – Sponsored by Bus Eireann
Contact Details of Group/Organisation
Name of Group/Organisation
Name of contact for Group/Organisation
Address for contact for Group/Organisation:
Phone: Email:
Web: Facebook:
(1). Is the Group/Organisation a member of Waterford PPN Yes No Don’t Know
(2). No of Volunteers Year Established
(3). How is the Group Funded
Details of person or Group/Organisation making the nomination (IF DIFFERENT FROM PREVIOUS)
Name: Phone:
State the reasons why the group deserves the award (approx 500 words)
(4).Please give details of the activities and achievements of the Group/Organisation: (approx 500 words)
(5). How does the group/organisation benefit the community? (Approx 500 words)
(6). Does your group meet the needs of any of the following target groups: (please tick relevant)
Older People Women, Youth & Children Ethnic Groups
People with disabilities Minority Groups
Travelling Community People living in rural areas
(7). What are the future plans of the Group/Organisation? (Approx 500 words)