Pulborough and District Community Care Association receives The King's Award for Voluntary Service

Pulborough and District Community Care Association (PDCCA), a voluntary organisation based in Pulborough, West Sussex, has been awarded The King's Award for Voluntary Service for 2026. This is the highest award a local voluntary group can receive in the UK and is equivalent to an MBE.

For many years, PDCCA has provided vital support to people living in Pulborough and the surrounding villages. Through its team of dedicated volunteers, the organisation helps local residents maintain their independence and wellbeing by offering community transport, social support, information services, befriending opportunities, and practical assistance. Its work plays an important role in reducing social isolation and improving quality of life, particularly for older and vulnerable members of the community. For more information, please visit www.pdcca.org.uk

Pulborough and District Community Care Association is one of 250 local charities, social enterprises and voluntary groups to receive the prestigious award this year. Their work, along with others from across the UK, reminds us of all the ways fantastic volunteers are contributing to their local communities and working to make life better for those around them.

The King's Award for Voluntary Service aims to recognise outstanding work by local volunteer groups to support their communities. It was created in 2002 to celebrate Her Late Majesty The Queen's Golden Jubilee and was continued following the accession of His Majesty The King. 2026 marks the third year of The King's Award for Voluntary Service.

Recipients are announced annually on 14 November. The award winners this year are wonderfully diverse and include volunteer groups from across the UK, such as Reuben's Retreat, a group supporting families after the loss of a child and families of children with shorter life expectancy in Greater Manchester; a group providing palliative care in Dyfed, Wales; and a group improving wellbeing in a rural community through plant and bake sales in Perth and Kinross.

Representatives of Pulborough and District Community Care Association will receive the award crystal and certificate from the Lord-Lieutenant of West Sussex in the coming months.

In addition, two volunteers from PDCCA will attend a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in May and June 2027, along with other recipients of this year's award.

John Dixon, spokesperson for Pulborough and District Community Care Association, said:

"We are absolutely delighted and honoured to receive The King's Award for Voluntary Service. This recognition reflects the dedication, compassion and commitment of our wonderful volunteers, who give their time to support people throughout Pulborough and the surrounding communities. Their efforts help local residents remain independent, connected and supported, and we are proud that their contribution has been recognised at the highest level. This award belongs to every volunteer, past and present, whose commitment has helped make a real difference to the lives of local people."