Stockport Rocks! Returns for Third Year to Celebrate Outstanding Local Volunteers
Stockport Rocks! is set to return for a third year on 19 May to celebrate and recognise the incredible contribution of Volunteers in Stockport and the difference they make in our community. Stockport Rocks! is delivered by Sector 3 and Stockport Volunteer Hub, with support from partners Stockport Council, Stockport County Community Trust, Marketing Stockport as well as sponsors such as KAO Data.
After a successful turn out last year, Stockport Rocks! will be taking place at Edgeley Park, home of Stockport County, for its third year, continuing the tradition of hosting the ceremony at one of Stockport’s most well-known venues.
"Stockport is full of fantastic groups and organisations doing wonderful things for our community, but it’s our volunteers who give it all heart. They’re the quiet heroes doing extraordinary things. So, we’re bringing people together, lifting the spirits, and giving them a well‑earned celebration to show just how much they mean to us!" said Clare Finch, Business Lead at Sector3.
Over the past two years, Stockport Rocks! has recognised many inspiring volunteers and organisations whose work has had an impact on our community. Previous winners help encourage others to get involved in volunteering across the borough.
Bernard Kivel was awarded 'Volunteer of the Year' for his dedication to the Heaton Norris Community Centre and has also been invited to the King’s Annual Garden Party.
Kell Degnen has won the 'Environment Award' for her hard work transforming the Marbury Road Edible Garden and inspiring others to join in.
Lizzy Akindele was awarded with the 'Unsung Hero Award’ for her outstanding 15 years of volunteering and for leading sewing projects that have empowered more than 130 women from diverse ethnic backgrounds.
Nominations now open
Nominations are open until 16 March 2026. This year's award ceremony will feature 11 different categories, raising awareness on the wide range of different ways volunteers support our community. Stockport Volunteer Hub urges people to help recognise the hard work, compassion and dedication of volunteers by nominating an individual valued in the community.
To nominate, visit the Stockport Volunteer Hub Website where you’ll also find full details about this year’s upcoming event: https://www.stockportvolunteerhub.org.uk/stockport-rocks-26/
Award categories are:
Health and Wellbeing Volunteer For those who support people to live healthy and happy lives
Armed Forces Volunteer Recognising veterans in our communities
Good Neighbour Volunteer For individuals that look out for their neighbours and community
One Stockport Volunteer Someone who champions inclusivity for all
Young Volunteer For those under the age of 25
Long Service Volunteer A person who has loyally dedicated their time over a long period
Unsung Hero Volunteer For those working behind the scenes quietly and selflessly
Fundraiser of the Year Volunteer Honours the commitment and effort gone in to raising money for charity
Proper Good Business Award For businesses that give back
Voluntary Organisation Celebrating an organisation run entirely by volunteers
Environmental award For those looking after our green spaces and wildlife for everyone to enjoy
