Then on Monday 8 May there is The Big Help Out where everyone has an opportunity to lend a hand and have a go at volunteering to make a difference to their community. From March 20 , The Big Help Out website, https://thebighelpout.org.uk, will have a list of opportunities and you can now register for volunteering.
The West Midlands Lieutenancy is supporting these nationwide Coronation campaigns and is encouraging everyone to take part and enjoy the special occasion.
Sir John Crabtree OBE, Lord-Lieutenant for the West Midlands said;
“We are delighted that so many people across our region are getting involved and looking forward to making the Coronation such a memorable community weekend.
There are many volunteers that we meet through the Honours awards that do so much for others and we know that this exciting, historic event will give people a chance to celebrate with their neighbours and even more people an opportunity to start volunteering , that will be a wonderful benefit for our community. “
For the Coronation Her Majesty, The Queen Consort, has launched with the Royal Voluntary Service, the special Coronation Champions Awards.
These Awards will Honour 500 Coronation Champions from up and down the country for their generosity of time and their talents to enhance the lives of others.
The 500 recipients will receive a specially designed, official Champions pin and signed certificate from Her Majesty, The Queen Consort. Some of the Champions will attend the Coronation celebrations , such as the Windsor Castle Coronation Concert or a Coronation Garden Party.
The aim is to celebrate a diverse range of volunteers so please nominate someone you feel deserves the recognition on the nomination form on the following website, https://www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk/nominate-your-coronation-champion/
Be quick as nominations close at 23:59 on Sunday 2 April 2023.
