Isle of Wight Radio Child of Wight Awards 2016 – Nominations Open!

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WightFibre are excited to announce that they are sponsoring the first Isle of Wight Radio Child of Wight Awards this year! Do you know a young person who deserves some recognition for their hard work or bravery? Does your son or daughter have a fabulous brother or sister, who has helped their sibling through a difficult time?

WightFibre and Isle of Wight Radio are giving you the opportunity to say a big ‘thank you’ to that special child or young person by nominating them for a Isle of Wight Radio Child of Wight Award! The brand new awards ceremony is an opportunity to acknowledge young people on the Island.

To nominate, simply fill in the nomination form online or check your April edition of The Beacon.

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Overall Isle of Wight Radio Child of Wight Award – Sponsored by Wightfibre  

This award will go to a very special child who deserves the recognition for bravery, courage determination or commitment to a cause.

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The Asa Singleton Most Courageous Isle of Wight Radio Child of Wight Award – Sponsored by Wightlink Isle of Wight Ferries  

We’re looking to recognise a child who’s shown tremendous spirit and bravery in the face of adversity and shown strength and determination through difficult times.

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Sporting Star Award – Sponsored by Bartletts Service Station Garage

Do you know a child who has shown passion, dedication and an unswerving commitment to improve or achieve success in their chosen sport?

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Young Achiever Award – Sponsored by S B Electrical

Do you know a child that has achieved beyond expectation, then this might be the ideal way to give them the credit they deserve?

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Fundraiser Award – Sponsored by Wave Training in First Aid

Do you know a child that has shown a real commitment for charity work or good causes, and fundraising initiatives?

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Make a Difference Award – Sponsored by The Needles Landmark Attraction

Do you know a young person who has made a difference, perhaps by helping a neighbour by doing their shopping or by running errands for them?

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Young Carer Award – Sponsored by Unique Windows

A young carer is someone aged 18 or under who helps look after a relative who has a disability or illness.

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Best Friend Award – Sponsored by Red Squirrel Property Shop

Let us know why  your best friend is so special to you and why you think they deserve to win an award.

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Best Brother Award – Sponsored by Beacon Magazine

We are looking to recognise a brother that is very special. Maybe they provide unique support to their sibling(s) or just deserve to be recognised for their unique and special characteristics.

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Best Sister Award – Sponsored by Isle of Wight Radio

Do you have an amazing sister? Is she your best friend and always there for you? Nominate your sister today and let us know why your sister is so special.

A Word From WightFibre.

WightFibre feels that it is part of the community here on the Isle of Wight. WightFibre lends its support to Child of Wight in order to give something back to the community by way of a ‘thank you’ for the fantastic support they receive from their customers and the Isle of Wight as a whole.

“At WightFibre we are touched by the many stories we hear of the fantastic young people we have here on the Island. The Island has a great community spirit and we feel it is only right to recognise those young people who deserve special recognition. As a local company who care, it is an honour and privilege to sponsor these awards and to support Isle of Wight Radio in making these awards truly special”. – John Irvine, WightFibre CEO

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