Volunteer Awards Event 2026

Humber Teaching Foundation Trust’s annual Volunteer Awards were held to celebrate the dedication and support our entire volunteering community provide to services and the Trust.

The event was a thank you to all the Trust’s volunteers, with some specifically recognised for their contributions through the awards. There are six award categories to reflect the diverse support being provided by volunteers across the Trust.

The winners are:

Above and Beyond Award – Recognising volunteers who consistently go above and beyond.

Winner: Jacob Mensah - Prospect Road Hub Admin Support Volunteer.

Commitment to Care Award – Celebrating volunteers who are the heart and soul of our service.

Winner: Fran Bee - Children’s Neuro Team Reception volunteer, Memory Clinic Meet & Greet volunteer and GP Meet & Greet volunteer.

Rising Star Award – Recognising individuals who have shown remarkable growth in their volunteering.

Winner: Oluyomi Awofeso - Friends & Family Survey Volunteer and Volunteer to Career Health Care Assistant.

Sunshine Award – Recognising volunteers who have a natural ability to make others smile.

Winner: Jerome Arokoyo - Voluntary Services Technical Support Volunteer.

Time Honoured Award – Recognising dedicated and reliable volunteers who have supported the Trust for over 2 years.

Winner: Mike Bunn - Memorial Ward Befriender in Whitby Hospital.

Impact Award – Recognising volunteers who make a real difference to the services they support.

Winner: Mental Health Support volunteers within Hull and East Riding schools.

Cath Ceely, Voluntary Services Manager, said, “It’s a privilege to witness such kindness and compassion every day. I’d like to thank all the staff who support and encourage the volunteers, especially the Voluntary Services team. But most importantly, a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of our volunteers – you make everything we do possible!”

Michele Moran, Chief Executive, said “Volunteers are an important part of our Trust community and the contribution they make cannot be overstated. Whether someone has been volunteering with us for many years or has only recently joined, every person recognised here has made a meaningful difference in their own unique way.”

Anyone interested in learning more about the volunteering opportunities available at the Trust is encouraged to speak to the team and visit https://www.humber.nhs.uk/get-involved/volunteering/ or email Voluntary Services on HNF-TR.VoluntaryServices@nhs.net