Young Citizen Award
Do you know a young person aged 19 or under, who has helped either their local neighbourhood, an individual, family member or a local organisation in the last 12 months?
The High Sheriff of Lancashire would like to hear from you! Register your nomination for The High Sheriff of Lancashire’s Young Citizen Award 2027. The winner will receive £300 with two runner-up prizes of £100 each.
The closing date is 1st February 2027.
A message from David Collinge, High Sheriff of Lancashire
The finest ambassadors for Lancashire are often its youngest people.
One of the greatest joys of serving as High Sheriff of Lancashire has been meeting people who make our county such a special place. Again and again, I have been inspired by young people whose kindness, courage and determination make a real difference to the lives of others.
Across Lancashire, young people are achieving extraordinary things – often without seeking recognition. They care for family members, support friends through difficult times, volunteer in their communities, raise money for good causes, overcome personal challenges and show leadership far beyond their years. They remind us that anyone, whatever their age, can change lives for the better.
The High Sheriff of Lancashire’s Young Citizen Awards exist to celebrate these remarkable young people.
Every nomination tells a story worth sharing – a story of kindness, resilience, courage or selflessness. By nominating someone, you are doing far more than putting forward a name. You are telling a young person that what they have done matters, that it has been noticed and that Lancashire is proud of them.
I know there are inspirational young people in every town, village and community across our county. My hope is that these awards will shine a light on those quiet heroes whose actions make Lancashire a stronger and kinder place.
If you know someone under the age of 19 who has made a real difference to the lives of others, I warmly encourage you to nominate them. I look forward to reading their stories and celebrating the very best of the next generation.
David Collinge
High Sheriff of Lancashire