Jamie Blanche from New Ross recently secured the Hero of the Year award. Jamie volunteers as part of Waterford Marine Search and Rescue and took home the big prize at the National Lottery Good Causes Awards.
Jamie’s big win was special award which recognises the outstanding work done by an individual within an organisation. Jamie is the longest-standing volunteer within the Waterford Marine Search and Rescue, which is now in its 13th year of operation. He has been described as “compassionate”, “humble”, “witty”, “dedicated”, “visionary” and “heroic”.
The Awards are made up of seven categories: Sport, Health & Wellbeing, Heritage, Arts & Culture, Community, Youth and Irish Language.
Waterford Marine Search and Rescue scooped a whopping €10,000 as they were announced overall winner of the community category at the awards, which took place in Killashee House Hotel in Naas, Co. Kildare on Saturday October 21st.
The National Lottery Good Causes Awards honour the inspiring work and achievements of thousands of projects, clubs and individuals from all over Ireland who, with the help of National Lottery Good Causes funding, have had an extraordinary impact on their local communities.
