Reading Family Aid receive the Queen's Award from the Lord Lieutenant of Berkshire and congratulations from Reading's Mayor

On Thursday October 7th, four of the Reading Family Aid committee went to the Town Hall in Reading to receive the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service from Mr James Puxley, the Lord Lieutenant of the Royal County of Berkshire.
The purpose of the award is to recognise groups of individuals who give their time freely for the benefit of others and is the highest honour that can be bestowed on groups like us. We were nominated by the then Mayor, Cllr. Paul Woodward and we progressed through the various stages of assessment at the local and national levels to be finally approved by the Cabinet Office. The award states that we were honoured for "Putting smiles on the faces of children and  families in the Reading area".

Wendy, Ruth and Laura receiving the award from the Lord Lietenant of Berjkshire, Mr James Puxley, assisted by the Lord Lieutenant's Cadet.

 In his citation, Chris Barrett DL, Deputy Lieutenant of the Royal County of Berkshire, said:
"RFAG has no paid staff and virtually no overheads. It does not receive a grant from the local authority. It relies on fundraising events, generous business partners, donations from members of the public and occasional applications to charitable trusts. 
COVID-19 has clearly challenged RFAG but it has maintained support for needy children.
This group of highly efficient and dedicated volunteers provides an exemplary service in circumstances which are often difficult and where the need is significant. Its practical and inclusive vision is inspirational. "

Sallie, Reading's Mayor Cllr David Stevens, Ruth, The Lord Lietenant, Wendy, the Mayoress Alison Stevens and Laura after receiving the award.

Reading’s Mayor Cllr David Stevens congratulated Reading Family Aid on receiving the Queen’s Award. He said “The fact that Reading Family Aid have won the award is impressive. The fact that that they clearly demonstrated what they are doing in the community, the value that they are adding, the professionalism, the energy, the quality of the training of the volunteers, outstanding volunteering. It’s quite an accolade …. I am absolutely delighted.”

Watch the video below of the Mayor commenting on Reading Family Aid winning the award.

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