2026 Winners for community awards Award Winner Young Achiever of the Year (Under 18) Harley Fillery Millie Stoner Young Champion (Under 18) Karma Terrell Volunteer of the Year Sydney Hunt Community Hero Award Shaun Howard (Worthing HELP Group) Mental Health Award Neil McGuiness Sports Award Chris Cooper Teacher of the Year Catherine Burgess (Davison High School) Carer of the Year Elise Vaughan Disability Awareness Award Charlotte Short (Deaf Kids Connect) Mum of the Year Ann-Marie Lovejoy Bruce-Kerr Dad of the Year Patrick Lewsey Fundraiser of the Year Phil Heckles Green Award Worthing Boys Club Arts & Culture Award Worthing Musical Comedy Society Community Event of the Year Worthing Rotary Carnival Charity or CIC of the Year Ferring Country Centre Business in the Community Award Chris Hodge (The Rose & Crown) Make a Difference Award Diane Guest Judges Choice Award Heidi and Milo Outstanding Contribution to Worthing Ginny Cassel Nominate The Worthing Community Awards aim to recognise individuals who have made a positive impact in their community. These awards are an opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the efforts and contributions of inspiring individuals. Nominate
