A dedicated Wigan volunteer collects an award from the National Association of Boys and Girls Clubs
A Wigan man received the National Association of Boys and Girls Clubs’ Volunteer of the Year Award.
A dedicated volunteer was applauded as he received a national award recognising his service to young people in Wigan.
John Whiteley, from Shevington, was given the National Association of Boys and Girls Clubs’ Volunteer of the Year Award during an awards dinner at Old Trafford football stadium in Manchester.
The 81-year-old has been treasurer and secretary of Shevington Youth Club since 2012, managing much of the day-to-day administration, finances, bookings, contracts and compliance.
He also supports the management of youth club staff and helps to ensure the building remains safe, sustainable and available to the groups that use it.
He was joined at the event by his wife Ira, who previously spent 10 years volunteering at the club.
John, who had a career in education, is also a trustee of Shevington and District Community Association and serves as a parish council representative to the youth club.
He was nominated for the award by Adrian French, director of Lancashire Association of Boys and Girls Clubs.