***Entries are now closed***
MACE Unsung Heroes Community Awards were first launched in 2020 and we are delighted to say that the awards are back for 2023, once again fronted by Johnny Sexton.
There is a prize fund of €10,000 to be won, with ten prizes of €1,000. MACE want to hear who the unsung heroes are in local communities all around Ireland. The people who go the extra mile to make a difference, but in many cases do not get the recognition they deserve or would never put themselves forward for an award. There are five award categories, there will be two winners per category who will each receive a prize of €1,000.
HOW TO ENTER:
Simply tell us who you are nominating as your unsung hero, and tell us which award they think they should win and why. You can upload an image or video with your entry but this is not mandatory.
Closing date for receipt of entries is 10th December 2023. Winners will be announced in January 2024. Terms and Conditions apply.
AWARD CATEGORIES:
Note that there will be two winners in each award category.
CHARITY AWARD – this award will be given to the hero who in the opinion of the judges has made a tremendous contribution to a charity, it may be a national or local cause; the only requirement is that there is a charity number associated with it.
ENVIRONMENT AWARD – this award will be given to the hero who has had made a significant positive impact to improving their local environment.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AWARD – this award will be given to the hero who in the opinion of the judges has made a difference to their local area through an initiative that focuses on inclusivity and diversity.
SPORTS, HEALTH, AND WELL-BEING AWARD – we are looking for heroes who have made a difference to their local community through sports or a health or well-being related initiative.
YOUTH AWARD – for 8–18-year-olds – this award will be given to the young hero who is making a difference in their community.