The People First Awards is returning once again this October, inviting together People First Academy Learners, their families and businesses from across Cumbria, to celebrate achievements and milestones in learner’s journeys.
The awards wouldn’t be the same without the generous support of our Headline Sponsor Borderway Finance who has been our biggest supporter with the awards since it’s conception, four years ago. We are also incredibly lucky to have the support from our other sponsors and partners, Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors, Carrs Billington, Cumberland Council, David Allen IT, Dodd & Co, Healthwatch Cumberland, The Halston, Julie Bell Consulting, Pirelli, Print Point, The National Lottery Community Fund and the University of Cumbria.
Reflecting on the excitement of the run up to the event, Matt Dodd, Sales and Marketing Manager for Borderway Finance, shared:
“The awards night is one of my favourite events of the year and it is an honour to be able to support them as headline sponsor once again. It’s such a feel good event and being able to share the excitement with the learners and their families is such a privilege. Seeing the progress they’ve made over the year, with the support of People First is really inspiring. Congratulations to them all and to People First.”
Natalie Bingham, Partnerships Manager at People First shared:
“The awards is a highlight for me every year, and getting the support from so many Cumbrian businesses always means so much to us as an organisation. With their support we can continue to build the confidence, skills, independence and the dreams each learner has so that together we are creating a stronger, brighter and more inclusive Cumbria”
Stay tuned on our socials to discover our award winners and get a virtual glimpse inside the magic of the 2026 People First Awards.