Charity One Fylde celebrates biggest night in its history
‘Oh What a Night!’
The winners of the One Fylde Celebrations Awards have been unveiled following the “biggest night in the organisation’s history” for leading Lancashire charity One Fylde.Hosted by celebrated TV comic Steve Royle, runner up on ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ show, a glittering gala dinner took place in the Spanish Hall, inside Blackpool’s famous Winter Gardens, host to so many stars over the years. There the One Fylde Celebration Awards were presented to recognise the outstanding achievements of the people it supports and its team members.
Attended by nearly 250people and with live music from popular local band The Deadbeats, the event was kindly sponsored and supported by leading local businesses.
One Fylde’s CEO Tracey Bush said: “Our warmest congratulations go to all of the winners and to the shortlisted finalists. It was a fantastic achievement and we’re delighted to celebrate all of the accomplishments this year.
“It was a great night to remember, the biggest in our history, and our sincere thanks go out to everyone involved in the organisation and to our kind sponsors as well as to our brilliant host Steve Royle and the fabulous Deadbeats for keeping everyone entertained all evening.”
Please take a look at the photos of the (OFCAs) winners collecting their awards on the night below:
The Winners
Exceptional Entrepreneur Winner
Philip Owen (individual supported by One Fylde)
Life Changer Winner
Tracy Roberts (One Fylde colleague)
Mover of Mountains Winner
Lisa Lamb (One Fylde colleague)
Community Hero Winner
Jayne Fear (One Fylde colleague)
Workforce Developer Winner
Toni Dawson (One Fylde colleague)
The Coach Winner
Dave Robinson (One Fylde colleague)
Shining Star Winner
Mark Lancaster (individual supported by One Fylde) (Gill Satterthwaite collecting on behalf of Mark)
Creative Genius Winner
‘Smiley’ Scott Hollanby (individual supported by One Fylde)
Social Butterfly Winner
John Goodall (individual supported by One Fylde)
Dream Team Winner
Enterprises (individuals supported by One Fylde & colleagues)
One Fylde Celebration Awards 2024 Sponsors
MJV & Co Solicitors
We have worked with One Fylde since shortly after its creation and have seen first-hand the good they do in our communities. It is an honour to support them and this great event.
Knight Air Products Ltd.
We are proud to support One Fylde as a local business supporting a local charity, having worked with them for the last five years, as a supplier.
Champion Group
The Champion Group has worked with the team at One Fylde for a number of years; and admires the difference that their hard work and dedication makes to adults and young people across the local community. Our team is proud to be able to sponsor ‘The Coach Award’ and make a contribution to support you in going on to achieve your future goals.
String-Systems
We have worked closely with One Fylde for several years now, and continue to be in awe of the work they do, and the relentlessly positive attitude shown by every member of the team that we have had the pleasure to meet.
When the opportunity to sponsor the award was presented to us, our response was an immediate, and resounding “Yes Please!” We do however, feel for those who have the near impossible challenge of choosing the individuals, and team, for an award from amongst such an amazing community of colleagues and the People they Support.
CL Danson
During our time working with One Fylde we have seen first-hand the positivity, support and care that is offered. It’s great to see the positive effect that One Fylde has on the residents and the local communities. Therefore, we didn’t hesitate to provide sponsorship when approached.
My Learning Cloud
One Fylde are a very valued customer of ours and we are delighted to be invited to support this event.
Black Barn Architecture
I have been continually inspired by the work that One Fylde do and the invaluable role they play in providing the support, assistance and opportunity for people with learning disabilities in and around the Fylde Coast. I think the OFCA’s are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the efforts of everyone involved and it is a pleasure to sponsor the “Mover of Mountains” award.
Booths
With 3 stores in the local area, we are very happy to support local events on the Fylde and wish everyone all the very best of luck!
Voodoo Agency
It is our privilege to support One Fylde and its commitment to providing person-centred care and engaging activities to adults and children with learning disabilities and autism. This organisation’s commitment to creating inclusive and supportive environments aligns perfectly with our core values, and we are honoured to be able to contribute to such a worthwhile cause.
Forsyth & Steele
One Fylde is a valued client of Forsyth and Steele print for Business. We are honoured to work closely with the team, printing literature and material to support all of the good work they do. We are grateful for the opportunity to sponsor this event and look forward to the awards evening.
Current Careers with One Fylde
Senior Support Worker (Full-Time)
At One Fylde we are looking to recruit our final few Senior Support Workers across our services.
Support Worker (Full-Time)
One Fylde has ongoing vacancies for Full-Time Support Workers in Blackpool, Fylde, and Wyre, with a great package of benefits.
Learning Disability Outreach Worker (Full-Time/Part -Time)
One Fylde has ongoing vacancies for Learning Disability Outreach Workers in Blackpool, Fylde, and Wyre, and we are offering a great new package of benefits.
“Supported individuals don’t live in our workplace: we work in their home. I like to think the people we support can be comfortable in my presence and can feel like I’m not just their Support Worker.”
Cassie, Support WorkerContact Us
One Fylde is a locally focused, independent, community-led charity providing support and housing to people with learning disabilities and autism across the Fylde Coast.
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