NATIONWIDE building society has launched the 2004 National Awards for Voluntary Endeavour to find the next 'local hero.'
It invites members of the public to nominate individuals and groups deserving recognition for their work in the community.
Organised by Nationwide, is association with the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) and the Newspaper Society, the awards are designed to reward and recognise the 'local heroes' whose voluntary work or community activity has made a real difference to peoples' lives.
Anybody wishing to nominate someone they believe deserves an award can pick up a leaflet containing a nomination form from their local branch of Nationwide Building Society, or their local library.
The closing date for nominations is April 30 2004.
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