Latest News: Nominations Open for the 2026 Community & Voluntary Awards

Laois Sports Partnership has announced that nominations are now open for the Sports Award at the 2026 Community & Voluntary Awards. The call is aimed at sports clubs, community organisations and volunteer groups across County Laois that have gone above and beyond to promote participation in sport and physical activity within their communities. The award recognises those who play a leading role in improving quality of life, reducing barriers to participation and creating opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to stay active.

The Sports Award is one of several categories in the Community & Voluntary Awards, which also include Arts, Culture & Heritage, Climate Action, Social Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing, Junior Volunteer of the Year and Unsung Hero. The awards are designed to celebrate the achievements of local groups that make a positive impact on the county’s social fabric.

Clubs and organisations that have delivered inclusive programmes, increased community participation, supported volunteers, promoted health and wellbeing or provided opportunities for people to stay active are encouraged to submit nominations. The nomination process is straightforward: download the relevant form from the Laois Sports Partnership website and submit the completed application to the Community & Voluntary Awards Nomination Form (includes Sports Award) – https://submit.link/4U9. A separate Junior Volunteer of the Year Nomination Form is also available.

The deadline for submissions has not yet been announced, but the partnership is urging groups to act quickly to ensure their achievements are considered. The awards will provide a platform for local clubs and organisations to showcase their work and receive recognition for the vital role they play in fostering an active and inclusive community.

For further details on the nomination process and the award categories, visit the Laois Sports Partnership website. Readers are encouraged to review the original source for the most up‑to‑date information.

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