Ryebridge Construction is proud to sponsor the Child of Courage category in this year’s Luton’s Best Awards.
The awards, which are run by Love Luton, have been recognising community achievement for 15 year, celebrating those truly remarkable individuals and organisations who make the town a better place to live and work.
Winners come from hundreds of public nominations, whittled down to a shortlist by the judging panel, which includes sponsors who all have a stake in Luton’s future and success.
The Child of Courage Award recognises any young person up to the age of 18 who has put themselves in danger to help or save the life of another, has battled against the odds to overcome adversity in their personal life, or has made a stand to improve the lot of themselves or others.
Last year’s winner was Inayah Nawaz, who was diagnosed with leukaemia in 2022, and subsequently spent months in Addenbrooke’s Hospital. While there she persuaded her mother to start fundraising so other children could have the comfort of a specially designed teddy bear to help them through their treatment.
When she was finally able to return to normal life, Inayah continued to fundraise for children with cancer by taking part in sponsored public readings at events at Chaul End Nursery and at cancer charity events in London. So far she has raised in excess of £1,500.
Ryebridge managing director Sean Scully said: “These awards celebrate the truly extraordinary people and organisations who make up our fantastic community.
“Ryebridge has always championed the achievements of youngsters living in the Luton area, so to be sponsoring the Child of Courage Award this year is the perfect fit for us.
“We would encourage everyone to show how much they Love Luton by nominating your unsung heroes for any of this year’s categories, and we look forward to celebrating their stories early next year.”
The nominees will be honoured at a gala ceremony taking place at Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf and Spa on Friday January 17.
To nominate for the Child of Courage Award or any other category, visit loveluton.org.uk/lutonsbestawards before December 1.
The launch of the 15th Luton’s Best Awards.