The Paul Sartori Foundation has held its Volunteer Long Service Awards, a heartfelt celebration recognising volunteers’ five-year, ten-year, 15-year, 20-year and 25-year milestones of commitment to the end-of-life charity.
The event on Sunday, October 13 at Crundale Community Hall was made extra special through the generous support of local businesses, whose contributions allowed Paul Sartori to honour remarkable individuals in a meaningful way.
Grant Development Officer Judith Williams said: “A sincere thank you goes to Morrisons, who provided a voucher that contributed towards the event; to Richards Bros for their assistance in transporting our volunteers to the event and a special mention and heartfelt appreciation goes to the Ascona Group, whose generous donation of £500 allowed us to add thoughtful touches, celebrating each milestone with a badge and a certificate to acknowledge the value volunteers bring to the Foundation.”
Paul Sartori Volunteering Officer Eleanor Evans led the event, expressing her gratitude to all those who make the Paul Sartori Foundation’s mission a reality: “Our volunteers are the lifeblood of this charity. They play a vital role and make a big difference. We are so grateful for their support and commitment. A huge congratulations to each volunteer honoured today."
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The certificates were presented by Paul Sartori Trustee Phil Thompson MBE, who acknowledged their dedication and compassion which enables the charity to provide end-of-life care to those in need across Pembrokeshire.
The Volunteer Long Service Awards will now continue as an annual event and serve as a moment of recognition and a testament to the community’s spirit of giving and solidarity; a reminder of the power of people coming together and giving of their time for one great cause.
The Paul Sartori Foundation has one of the largest volunteering programmes in Pembrokeshire with a wide variety of roles. They support many areas, and roles include Sorters, Till Operators, Warehouse Drivers and Assistants, Community Fundraisers – to name a few. Volunteers are always welcomed and individuals who are interested in volunteering for Paul Sartori Hospice at Home can contact Eleanor to have an informal discussion. Email [email protected] or call 01437 763223.