Nominations Now Open for Heart Hertfordshire Hero Awards 2026

The annual awards, organised by Heart Hertfordshire in partnership with Serenity Welfare, recognise unsung local heroes whose dedication, compassion and selflessness make a lasting difference. Categories include Carer of the Year, Community Hero, Volunteer Award, NHS Hero, Child of Courage and Fundraiser of the Year, among others.

Station Director at Heart Hertfordshire, Debbie Chadwick, said: “We are incredibly proud to bring back the Heart Hertfordshire Hero Awards in 2026. These awards shine a light on the remarkable people who quietly make our county a better place. Partnering with Serenity Welfare and hosting the ceremony at Sopwell House will help us create a truly memorable celebration for our finalists.”

Serenity Welfare, headline sponsor of the awards, said: “Supporting the Heart Hertfordshire Hero Awards reflects everything Serenity Welfare stands for - compassion, community and recognising the everyday heroes who change lives through kindness and commitment.”

Nominations are free, and finalists will be invited to Sopwell House for an exciting awards ceremony on Friday 27th March 2026 for an evening of spectacular food, awards and entertainment.

Nominate someone you believe deserves recognition for making a positive impact in Hertfordshire!

Please Note all 9 Categories below:

Carer Award - sponsored by B&M Care

Community Award - sponsored by Warner Bros Studios Leavesden

Future of Hertfordshire - sponsored by EMW Law

NHS Hero Award - sponsored by Viatris

Fundraiser Award - sponsored by ONE YMCA & Dignify

Young Achiever Award - sponsored by Strand PR

Child of Courage - sponsored by Murrill Construction

Volunteer Award - sponsored by Hertfordshire Community Foundation

Save the Planet Award - sponsored by Henkel

Nominations close at midnight on Sunday 8th March 2026

https://www.heart.co.uk/hertfordshiresouth/

https://www.heart.co.uk/hertfordshirenorth/

For further information contact Lauren Watt – [email protected]