People First Credit Union Announces the Second Annual 'Community Champions Award' of €10,000 to Honor Local Volunteers at the Laois Community & Voluntary Awards

People First Credit Union is delighted to announce the second year of the 'Community Champions Award,' a prestigious €10,000 award aimed at recognising and supporting the extraordinary efforts of local volunteer groups within our common bond area. This initiative, which debuted last year, was first awarded to the deserving winners, Portlaoise Tidy Towns, for their outstanding biodiversity project.

With deep appreciation for the exceptional contributions of volunteers, People First Credit Union continues its commitment to fostering community development and well-being through this significant award. The €10,000 award is designed to empower a local volunteer group within our common bond, with a vision to generate sustainable benefits for both the group and the wider community.

Carol Murphy, Marketing Manager for People First Credit Union, highlighted the importance of volunteerism:

Our credit union is powered by the spirit of volunteerism, It is with great pride that we continue the 'Community Champions Award' for a second year, building on the success of last year’s winner, Portlaoise Tidy Towns, and their remarkable biodiversity project.

The application process for the 'Community Champions Award' remains simple and accessible.

Application forms are available here.

The deadline for all applications is Friday, 27th September 2024, at 1pm.

The three finalists will be announced at the Community and Voluntary Awards on 8th November 2024, with the winner being revealed at our AGM in January 2025.

People First Credit Union extends its gratitude to Laois County Council, Laois Public Participation Network, and their voluntary Community Funding Committee for their unwavering support and collaboration on this significant initiative.

Voluntary groups interested in applying for the 'Community Champions Award' are encouraged to visit the People First Credit Union website for further details and assistance.