Charity leader recognised for service to the community in Stoke-on-Trent
A Stoke-on-Trent charity leader has been recognised for his work in the community over the last eight years.
Executive lead of Emmaus North Staffs, John Webbe, played an integral role in setting up the charity in 2017 and has continued to drive the organisation forward with the aim to end furniture poverty.
This drive and commitment has now seen John awarded for "Great and valuable service to the Community" by the High Sheriff of Staffordshire, Julia Mitchell, at an event on Friday 28 March at the King's Hall in Stoke.
John said: "To be recognised in the High Sheriff Awards is truly unbelievable and a great honour"
"I have always been a big believer in supporting others and have a passion for communities and for positive impact, which is why I was so keen to bring Emmaus North Staffs to Stoke-on-Trent in the first place - and did so with the amazing support from colleagues in Bolton."
John was amongst 37 individuals who were presented with an award this year, including the Fenton Doers, Disability Solutions and Mitchell Arts Centre.
John added: "Over the years we have grown as a charity and via our Furniture and Home emporium in Hanley, we are able to provide quality items to families who may be unable to afford basic essentials for the home.
"In 2022, we also launched our Beds for Kids campaign and have delivered hundreds of brand new bed bundles to local children who do not have a bed of their own. In the last year this has equated to around £80,000 of brand new bed bundles."
Mrs Julia Mitchell said: "It's been a memorable year. I've been profoundly impressed by the extraordinary people I've been privileged to meet across Staffordshire.
"So many individuals, volunteers and organisations have gone way above and beyond in the course of their duties. I wish to recognise what they do, and applaud those achievements with honour.
"And to host the Awards Ceremony in Stoke-on-Trent's magnificent Jubilee Hall has added even greater sparkle, as we celebrate our City's glorious Centenary."
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