Meet all of Bradford's Community Star winners for 2023

More than 30 finalists were in the running for the ten categories recognising those who go above and beyond to help others.

Ten winners were revealed at the event on Wednesday, December 6, and a lifetime achievement award was also presented.

The annual Community Stars Awards are organised by the Telegraph and Argus and Bradford Council to honour local people who set an example to us all.

Marking the event's 13th year, the event took place at the Bradford Hotel and included new award categories.

Each of the winners received the Bradford Medal.

Community Stars Awards winners

You can find out about this year's winners by clicking each award category below.

• The Good Neighbour of the Year, sponsored by Incommunities
• The Outstanding Contribution to Earliest Years of Life Award, sponsored by Better Start Bradford
• Shared Values in Action Award, sponsored by Bradford For Everyone
• Voluntary and Community Group (Larger Charities / Social Enterprises)
• Voluntary and Community Group (Small organisation – less than two full time or equivalent staff)
• Volunteer of the Year
• Young Active Citizens (age 8-16)
• Young Active Citizens (age 17-25)
• Business Making a Difference, sponsored by Participate Projects
• Fundraiser of the Year
• Lifetime Achievement Award

When the nominations were opened, Cllr Abdul Jabar, Bradford Council’s executive member for neighbourhoods and community safety, said:  “The Community Stars Awards is a really special way to celebrate the many wonderful people who make a significant difference to individuals and communities across the district.

“Our daily lives are enriched by the support, help and guidance provided by unsung heroes in all walks of life whose efforts and achievements deserve to be celebrated.

"Our district is a much better place to live and work thanks to them.”