The Paul Sartori Foundation held its Volunteer Long Service Awards on Sunday 13th of October 2024 at Crundale Community Hall. This heartfelt celebration recognised the dedicated volunteers’ unwavering commitment and contributions to the end-of-life charity. The event celebrated 5-, 10-, 15, 20 and 25-year milestones of those who give their time to help their community.
This year’s event was made extra special through the generous support of local businesses, whose contributions allowed Paul Sartori to honour remarkable individuals in a meaningful way. “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 made the event possible,” said Judith Williams, Grant Development Officer, “ Their support allowed us to add thoughtful touches to the event, celebrating each milestone with a badge and a certificate to acknowledge the value volunteers bring to the Foundation.”
Eleanor Evans, the Paul Sartori Volunteering Officer, 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,” Eleanor shared. ” 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.”
The certificates were presented by Mr Phil Thompson MBE, Trustee of Paul Sartori 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. Through the support of local businesses, and the heartfelt efforts of the charity’s team, the event was a reminder of the power of people coming together and giving of their time for one great cause. Together, we continue to make a difference!
The charity 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 Evans, Volunteering Officer to have an informal discussion on 01437 763223 or email eleanor@paulsartori.org.