Huge Applause for Sandwell Volunteers!
Inspirational volunteers Ken and Norma Hyde have been acknowledged for their incredible work with Special Olympics Sandwell.
Norma Hyde has been presented with the British Empire Medal (BEM) at an Investiture Ceremony at Birmingham Council House after volunteering with the charity for more than 40 years.
While Ken Hyde was 2nd Runner Up in the Community Inspiration Awards – Volunteer Category – at the Community Foundation Awards Ceremony. Ken has also been supporting people with learning disabilities to achieve through sport for 25 years.
The annual Community Inspiration Awards is organised by the Community Foundation, to recognise outstanding contributions made by staff from public sector organisations, charities, businesses and members of the community, whose efforts have made a positive difference in the community.
Ken was presented with a framed certificate by Shokat Lal, Chief Executive of Sandwell Council who told the audience: ” I am personally aware of the work that Kenneth and his team do in Sandwell and it is fantastic!”
Norma is also a 50WM50 Volunteer for the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the creation of the West Midlands County and Lieutenancy.
You can find out more on the Special Olympics Sandwell Facebook page –