We are finalists for the Kings Award for Voluntary Service

We're excited to share that Fathoms Free has been nominated as one of ten voluntary groups from Cornwall for the King's Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) – the highest award given to volunteer-run groups across the UK.

To mark the nomination, at the end of September, some of the team were invited to represent Fathoms Free at a special reception at County Hall, hosted by Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall, Sir Edward Bolitho KCVO OBE and the Chairman of Cornwall Council, Councillor Rob Nolan. The event brought together inspirational volunteer groups from across Cornwall to recognise their incredible contributions.

We're honoured and humbled to be considered alongside so many fantastic community organisations run by volunteers for the benefit of others. Of course, we wouldn't be able to do any of this without the tremendous support we receive from our supporters, who keep us afloat and enable us to do what we do. We can't thank you enough.

The small number of organisations throughout the UK receiving the award will be announced on November 14th, coinciding with the birthday of HM The King. Even if we don't become a recipient, it's great to see that protecting our oceans was deemed worthy by the selection committee in the first place. We hope that our nomination raises further awareness of our work to a broader audience and encourages others to try and make a difference where they can.

Colonel Sir Edward Bolitho said, "The King's Award for Voluntary Service celebrates groups that are truly outstanding and make a tangible difference to their local community.  

"So it is a very proud moment to see so many of Cornwall's brilliant voluntary groups nominated. Huge congratulations to all groups."