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The Bee Kind Christmas Awards EveningThe Bee Kind Christmas Awards Evening will take place on Wednesday 16 December 2026 at The Orangery in Maidstone.
The purpose of the evening is to bring local people, businesses and community organisations together to celebrate kindness, courage, resilience and those who make a genuine difference often without recognising how special their contribution really is.
We want to celebrate the person who always goes above and beyond but believes what they do is simply normal. The person who becomes the light at the end of someone else’s tunnel. The business that genuinely cares about its employees and community, and the organisation that consistently exceeds expectations to support those around it.
This isn’t simply an awards ceremony. It is an opportunity to help remarkable people feel seen, valued and celebrated while bringing our community together to build a kinder future.
The evening will include a three-course Christmas dinner, the awards ceremony, entertainment, a DJ and dancing.
The Award Categories
Bee Kind Community Hero Award
This award celebrates someone whose kindness, compassion and everyday actions make their community a better place.
Example: The person who is always there when someone needs help, regularly goes above and beyond and never expects recognition because they believe they are simply doing what anyone else would do.
Young Kindness Champion Award
This award celebrates a child or young person who demonstrates exceptional kindness, compassion and consideration for others.
Example: A young person who supports their friends, family, school or community, stands up for others or uses their actions to make people feel included and valued.
Volunteer of the Year Award
This award recognises someone who generously gives their time, energy and skills to help others without asking for anything in return.
Example: A reliable and compassionate volunteer who consistently goes beyond what is expected and whose contribution makes a genuine difference to the people or organisation they support.
Kindness Through Adversity Award
This award honours someone who has continued to show kindness and support others despite facing significant challenges of their own.
Example: Someone who has experienced hardship, loss, illness, trauma or difficult circumstances but has still become a source of strength, hope or comfort for those around them.
Community Impact – Local Business Award
This award celebrates a business that places people and purpose at the heart of what it does.
Example: A company that genuinely cares about its employees, customers and local community creating a positive workplace, supporting community causes and using its position to make a meaningful difference.
Community Impact – Community Organisation/CIC Award
This award recognises a CIC, charity, community group or other organisation delivering outstanding support within its community.
Example: An organisation that consistently goes above and beyond expectations, listens to the people it supports and works tirelessly to create meaningful and lasting change.
Mental Health & Wellbeing Champion Award
This award celebrates someone who actively supports mental health, emotional wellbeing and open, non-judgemental conversations.
Example: The person who becomes the light at the end of someone’s tunnel by offering hope, understanding, practical support or a safe space when it is needed most.
Outstanding Contribution to the Community Award
This award honours someone whose continued commitment has created a significant and lasting impact within their community.
Example: Someone who has dedicated considerable time and effort to supporting others, bringing people together or improving community life over a sustained period.
Bee Kind Inclusion & Belonging Award
This award celebrates someone who ensures that people feel welcomed, respected, represented and included.
Example: A person who breaks down barriers, challenges exclusion and creates safe spaces where everyone can feel accepted and able to belong, regardless of their background, identity, ability or circumstances.
Bee Kind Brighter Futures Award
This award recognises someone who helps others build a more positive, hopeful and secure future.
Example: A mentor, educator, coach, practitioner or community member who creates opportunities, builds confidence and helps children, young people, families or vulnerable adults recognise their potential.
Founder’s Kindness Award
Personally selected by Bee Kind founder Aimee Langwith, this special award recognises someone who truly embodies the heart, mission and values of The Bee Kind Project.
Example: Someone whose kindness may happen quietly and without recognition, but whose compassion, courage and actions have left a lasting impression on the lives of others.
Make a Nomination
Do you know a special person, business or community organisation that deserves to feel seen, valued and celebrated?
Nominate them here:
https://tally.so/r/eqV6PJ
Join Us and Support the Community We Are Building
You can also join us at The Orangery in Maidstone and help us celebrate the incredible people and organisations making a difference within our communities.
This is more than an awards evening it is an opportunity to come together, support one another and become part of the kinder future we are building.
If you believe in kindness, community and recognising the people who bring hope to others, we would love you to come along.
Purchase your tickets here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/christmas-award-evening-and-dinner
Please share, share, share this far and wide. The more people we reach, the more unsung heroes we can recognise, support and celebrate.
Come along, support those who make a difference and help us build a kinder future together.
Together, we can make a difference and make the world a kinder place one smile at a time.
In a world where you can be anything, Bee Kind. ��
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Event venue
The Orangery, Turkey Court, Turkey Mill, Ashford Road, Maidstone, United Kingdom
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