Recognise an Everyday Hero
Submit a nomination for someone whose kindness, courage, or dedication is making a real difference in your community.
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Nominate a Local Hero
Across the UK, everyday people are doing extraordinary things, showing courage, compassion, and dedication that change lives and strengthen communities.
The Local Hero Awards celebrate these incredible individuals, groups, and organisations whose actions uplift and inspire others. From courageous children and young entrepreneurs to charity champions, community heroes, dedicated carers, and NHS and uniformed professionals, every story deserves to be heard.
We also recognise our Loyal Companions, the remarkable animals whose bravery, support, and devotion have made a life-changing impact.
Whether it’s someone who has helped save a life, inspired change, supported others through hard times, or dedicated their life to serving their community, this is your chance to share their story.
Help us honour the courage, kindness, and spirit that make our nation truly special.
Why Nominate Someone?
Across the nation, countless unsung heroes dedicate their time and energy to helping others, often without seeking recognition. By nominating someone for the Local Hero Awards, you’re giving them the platform and appreciation they truly deserve.
Whether it’s a young person overcoming incredible odds, a business making a real difference, a carer or NHS worker showing extraordinary compassion, a community group transforming lives, or even a loyal companion whose actions have saved or supported others, your nomination ensures their story is celebrated on a national stage.
Each nominee has the chance to receive public recognition, a prestigious award, and the heartfelt gratitude of the nation they’ve inspired through their selfless acts.
Together, let’s make sure these stories of kindness, courage, and inspiration are never overlooked, because true heroism deserves to be seen and celebrated.
How to nominate
A simple process built to make every story count
Choose a category
Select the category that best fits your nominee's achievements. From Child of Courage to Best Community Project, each award is designed to highlight different types of contributions.
Submit a nomination & provide details
Click the “Nominate” button next to the relevant category, complete the form, and your nomination will be on its way.
Share the story behind the nomination. Tell us why your nominee deserves recognition, the impact they’ve had, and what makes their efforts stand out.
Award Categories
Celebrate Heroes Across Every Walk of Life
From courageous children and rising stars to carers, charity champions, NHS professionals, community groups, and lifetime achievers.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Recognising: An individual who has devoted many years to making a lasting, positive difference – through exceptional service, dedication, or leadership within the community. Their lifelong commitment, compassion, and impact have inspired others and left a true legacy of kindness and achievement.
Why: To honour someone whose enduring contribution continues to shape and uplift our community, reminding us all of the power of a lifetime spent helping others.
Share the Story of Someone Extraordinary
Complete a short form to nominate a local hero. You'll share their story, upload a photo, and attach any supporting documents — it takes around 5 minutes.