Leeds Compassionate City Awards

We have far more in common with each other than things that divide us.

Recognising an individual or organisation that has gone above and beyond to bring people together by strengthening connections between communities, helping newer communities feel welcome, or championing initiatives that create a more inclusive and integrated society.

Recognising an individual or volunteer who makes an extraordinary impact through sport. This could be someone who has achieved a remarkable personal feat or who consistently goes above and beyond to support grassroots sport through their dedication and commitment.

This award also celebrates those who champion the power of sport to change lives by raising vital funds or creating opportunities that support disadvantaged individuals and communities.

Celebrating a project or organisation that uses sport and physical activity to help people lead healthier, more active lives while also reflecting the rich diversity of our city.

This award recognises initiatives that bring people together through the power of sport, creating a meaningful and lasting impact on individuals, communities and wider society.

Recognising a community organisation or project that has made a meaningful and lasting difference to local people.

This award celebrates those who have delivered real impact. This may be organisations or initiatives that have supported communities through financial challenges or who have remained committed to providing vital services during difficult times.

Recognising a project, organisation or individual making a positive impact on health and wellbeing across the city.

This award celebrates those who improve the happiness, health and wellbeing of local people by championing important causes, creating initiatives or organisations focused on wellbeing, or driving meaningful change which has a positive impact on the health of their local community.

Recognising a project or organisation that is helping to build a fairer, more inclusive society and has made an outstanding contribution to equality, diversity and inclusion.

This award celebrates initiatives that bring communities together, tackle barriers to inclusion, and amplify the voices of marginalised groups.

Recognising a project, organisation or individual making a significant contribution to protecting and improving the environment across Leeds.

This award celebrates those tackling key environmental challenges from conservation and climate action to reducing waste, litter and pollution to help create a cleaner, greener future for our communities.

Recognising an individual who goes above and beyond to support the most vulnerable in their community, showing exceptional dedication and compassion.

This award celebrates those whose efforts make a real difference through leading community initiatives, fundraising, supporting local groups, or raising awareness of issues that matter.

Recognising an individual or group that has gone above and beyond to raise funds or awareness for a good cause.

This award celebrates the effort behind the achievement by honouring those who have overcome personal challenges or adversity, and where passion and dedication matter more than the amount raised.