All together now... showing their support for the Celebrate Aberdeen Awards are sponsors, from right: Adrian Watson, Aberdeen Inspired; Laura Irving, Harbour Energy; Mark Berry, CNOOC International; Barry Duncan, CNR International; Emily Findlay, Celebrate Aberdeen, and Fraser Carr, Cala Homes.
Aberdeen Inspired is delighted to once again support this year’s Celebrate Aberdeen Awards.
The Business Improvement District has joined other members of the north-east’s business community in backing the region’s third sector by coming on board as sponsors of this glittering event.
Principal sponsors for 2024 are energy sector operators CNR International and CNOOC International, both longtime supporters of Celebrate Aberdeen Awards.
Other long-standing sponsors and supporters include CALA Homes, Aberdeen Inspired, Hampton and Breakwater Agency with Harbour Energy also coming on board as a sponsor for 2024.
The awards ceremony, which will be held on Saturday, October 26th at The Chester Hotel, Aberdeen, recognises and pays tribute to the positive impact individuals, organisations, and volunteers in the third sector make to thousands of lives across Aberdeen City and Shire.
Awards will be presented in eight categories this year, including Large and Small Organisations of the Year, Volunteer of the Year and Young Supporter of the Year, with the finalists being announced in mid-September.
Adrian Watson, chief executive of Aberdeen Inspired, with Emily Findlay of Celebrate Aberdeen. Image - Supplied by Charlie House
Now in its fifth year the event, which is completely funded by sponsors, could not take place without their ongoing support. Thanks to their generosity, every finalist and supporters will attend the gala event free of charge, ensuring that no-one is unable to attend because of cost.
“Once again we’d like to thank our sponsors for making this special night possible,” said Celebrate Aberdeen volunteer Susan Crighton. “In addition to our principal sponsors, huge thanks go also to other local businesses that have signed up to sponsor the award categories and to our small team of volunteers who work so hard behind the scenes to plan and run the Celebrate Aberdeen events.”
Adrian Watson, chief executive of Aberdeen Inspired, said: “We are delighted to once again sponsor and support the Celebrate Aberdeen Awards – an event that truly is one of the most joyous and uplifting in the Granite City’s calendar.
“Those in the third sector being recognised on this glittering evening represent the best of Aberdeen, every one of them working tirelessly to help others, help their communities and make this such a special place to live, work and play.
The sponsors spell out their support for the Celebrate Aberdeen Awards at the Aberdeen letter. Image - Supplied by Charlie House
"Of course, before the Awards Night in October we have the Celebrate Aberdeen Parade to look forward to on Saturday, August 31. Let’s line the streets to cheer, applaud and give these remarkable people back some of the warmth and love they show us all year round.”
Mark Berry, Manager, Management Systems, CNOOC International, said: “The third sector, its charities and community groups sit right at the heart of local communities right across the North-east. Throughout the year, they are providing life-changing health, wellbeing, and financial support to thousands of people across the region.
“This is a special night that turns the spotlight on the sector. CNOOC International has supported this event from the beginning, and we are thrilled to be partnering with Celebrate Aberdeen once again to once again recognise some of the people who are making this difference and who shape our strong community spirit.”
The awards will follow on from the Celebrate Aberdeen Parade which will take place on Saturday, August 31, with support from Aberdeen City Council.
To find out more, visit www.celebrateaberdeen.org