Crawley Borough Council is delighted to announce the launch of the 2026 Crawley Community Awards, celebrating the remarkable individuals, groups, and organisations whose dedication and achievements make Crawley a thriving, supportive, and inspiring place to live.
Spotlight on local heroes
The awards, organised by Crawley Borough Council in association with The Hawth and Crawley Observer and headline sponsor, London Gatwick, continue to shine a spotlight on local heroes who go above and beyond for their neighbours, communities, and the wider town. From volunteers and young achievers to sporting champions, the awards highlight excellence across all areas of community life.
Residents, community groups, schools, charities, and businesses are invited to submit nominations from today, Monday 16 February, at crawleycommunityawards.org. Anyone can nominate and the process is quick. Nominations close at midnight on 10 April.
Award categories
- Achievement
- Community Group
- Culture
- Education
- Fundraising
- Group Achievement
- Inspiration
- Local Hero
- Performing Arts
- Special Recognition
- Sports Person
- Sports Team
- Support Group
- The Mayor’s Award – Charity
- Volunteer
- Volunteer Group
Councillor Sue Mullins, Cabinet Member for Community Engagement and Culture, said: “Every year, the Crawley Community Awards reveal extraordinary stories of kindness, commitment, and creativity. These awards are a chance for us to celebrate the best of Crawley and recognise the people who make a real difference to our town. We encourage everyone to nominate someone who deserves recognition in 2026.”
Shortlisted nominees will be invited to attend the awards ceremony at The Hawth in May.
How to nominate
Nominations can be submitted online at crawleycommunityawards.org
