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Berkshire Organisations Celebrated at King’s Award for Voluntary Service Certificate Ceremony

7th Sept 2026

On Monday, Berkshire Community Foundation was delighted to attend the King’s Award for Voluntary Service Certificate Ceremony at Shaw House, where 13 outstanding voluntary organisations from across Berkshire were recognised for their nomination for one of the UK's most prestigious honours for volunteer-led groups.

The event brought together volunteers, supporters and community leaders to celebrate the remarkable contribution these organisations make to local communities. Their nominations reflect the dedication, commitment and impact of volunteers who give their time and energy to support others and create positive change across Berkshire.

The organisations nominated for the King’s Award for Voluntary Service are:

  • Carebus Community Transport

  • Caversham Good Neighbours

  • Christian Community Action Ministries

  • Educafe

  • Enrych Berkshire

  • Greenham Control Tower

  • Men’s Matters

  • Newbury Cancer Care

  • Newbury Soup Kitchen

  • PALS (Partners for Active Leisure Scheme) West Berkshire

  • Reading Pride

  • Share Wokingham

  • The Cowshed

Often described as the "MBE for voluntary groups", the King’s Award for Voluntary Service is the highest recognition that a local voluntary organisation can receive. It celebrates groups that are making a significant difference within their communities and highlights the invaluable role volunteers play in creating stronger, more connected and resilient places.

Across Berkshire, charities and community groups work tirelessly to support people facing challenges, reduce isolation, improve wellbeing and bring communities together. From providing practical support and transport services to promoting inclusion, health and social connections, the impact of these organisations reaches thousands of people every year.

At Berkshire Community Foundation, we have the privilege of working alongside many exceptional charities and community groups, and it was inspiring to see so many deserving organisations recognised for their contribution. Events such as this provide an important opportunity to celebrate the volunteers whose dedication often happens behind the scenes but has a profound impact on people's lives.

The nominated organisations will now be considered for the King’s Award for Voluntary Service, with successful recipients announced nationally on 14 November.

We would like to extend our warmest congratulations to all 13 nominees. Your commitment to supporting communities across Berkshire is truly inspiring, and this recognition is richly deserved.

We wish every organisation the very best of luck for the final awards announcement later this year.