The Vectis Radio Isle of Wight Community Awards celebrated unsung heroes and standout projects making a difference on the Isle of Wight.
Held at Caffe Isola in Newport on Friday, March 27, the event recognised individuals and organisations who support their communities across a range of categories.
Maggie Currie, who organised the awards, said: "This year's awards were once again a fantastic success.
"The atmosphere was energetic and uplifting, and it was clear that everyone was enjoying themselves.
"It was truly humbling to see the level of support different organisations showed for one another."
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Among the evening’s top honours was the public-voted title of overall community champion, awarded to Mindset Bros, a community dedicated to breaking the silence around men's mental health.
Ross Taylor, founder of the organisation, said: "Winning these awards is an incredible honour, but for me, it’s about so much more than that.
"Sitting around that table with the team, seeing the passion, the unity, and the emotion, that’s what it’s all about.
"I feel incredibly humbled and proud of what we’ve built together.
"This is for every single person who has been part of the journey."
Other winners included Tim Gibbs of Yarmouth Pharmacy, who was named Village Hero of the Year, and John Steele of Stenbury Hall, who took home Volunteer of the Year.
Peter May received the gold award for fundraiser of the year for his work with To Be In Her Shoes.
In the sports category, Colin Jackson of Man vs Fat Football was named coach of the year, while Mindset Bros also secured gold for Community Project of the Year.
School/club achievement of the y went to Creationz Dance Academy, young person of the year was Thomas Young, and good neighbour of the year was Cheryl Burtwell.
Judges Choice Award went to the Double Portion Church, and the Vectis Radio Community Personality Award went to Michele Newton of the Daisy Ring Bus.
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Ian Mac, station manager at Vectis Radio and co-host of the event, said: "Once again, I felt truly humbled to be among so many people who dedicate themselves tirelessly to supporting our Island community.
"It’s so important that we continue to recognise and support their efforts all year round – without them, the Island simply wouldn’t function."
Ms Currie also extended her thanks to Stef Burgess from Caffe Isola for sponsoring the event.
The evening featured entertainment from Huxley Magic.
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