University of Derby and Derbyshire Voluntary Action shortlisted for the Business Charity Awards.
A partnership project between the University of Derby and Derbyshire Voluntary Action has been shortlisted for a Community Impact Award.
The Business Charity Awards recognise the power of partnerships with charities across the country, and the influence and success they can bring.
Being nominated is a testament to the strong partnership between the University and DVA, which has enabled them to make a real difference in local communities. The winners of this prestigious award will be announced in May at an award ceremony in London.
The award recognises how students, staff, and community groups have worked together to create meaningful connections and support grassroots organisations, build relationships with local communities, deliver training programs, contribute their time and knowledge, and share stories and experiences across higher education, charities, and community groups.
It celebrates how together these resources and expertise have combined to create positive change in Derbyshire.
Claire Carter, Business Relationship Manager at the University of Derby, said: “We are proud of the Community Chesterfield project and our partnership with Derbyshire Voluntary Action.
“We have seen some very impactful activities over the last four years, and going forward we have the opportunity to further our collaborative impact for students, academics and our community.
“Being recognised and shortlisted for this category demonstrates how different sectors can come together to make a difference to communities.”
For more information about the University of Derby, visit www.derby.ac.uk
You can find out more about some of Chesterfield’s charity sector organisations and community groups here.
The University of Derby and Derbyshire Voluntary Action support the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.
