Nominations open for Fan & Volunteer of the Year awards

These two awards, which will be presented at the NPL’s annual awards ceremony in June, recognise the lifeblood of our clubs.

It aims to honour those who go above and beyond in their support and dedication to their team.

This year’s annual presentation will take place in Birmingham, and will be the first held since 2019.

It will also see the presentation of awards for the four Divisional Champions, play-off winners, Players of the Season, NPL Rising Stars, Club of the Year and Golden Boot winners.

Volunteer of the Year
Someone who, through volunteering, makes a real difference to their Club and the local community, for the enrichment of others. The winner of this award will have:

• Made a significant contribution to the Club and/or football in the community.
• Set exceptional standards to other volunteers in terms of behaviours, pro-activity in problem solving and team working
• May have taken steps to improve the standard of their volunteering through continuous professional development.
• Exemplified the spirit of non-league football.

 
Applications should show

• What roles and duties the candidate performs for his/her Club, and over what period of time?
• Examples of how the candidate regularly goes above and beyond for their Club, making a real impact on the fan experience, club administration etc.
• Examples of how the candidate has helped to encourage and nurture other volunteers within the Club.
• Short testimonials from others about the person.

 
Fan of the Year

Someone whose who is extremely enthusiastic or dedicated, and who is completely devoted to their team. Their support goes above and beyond the norm, justifying the description of ‘Super-fan’.

The winner of this award will have:

• Demonstrated passion, enthusiasm and support for their Club.
• Inspired others to become a fan or increase others’ engagement with the club through personal example.
• Enhanced the club’s standing in the local community through their personal support.

 
Applications should show

• How the candidate supports their Club, e.g. frequency of attendance home/away; fund-raising,  personal behaviour etc.
• Knowledge of the club’s history, players etc.
• Why the candidate should win the Fan of the Year award
• Short testimonials from others about the person