Every achievement has a story worth celebrating. Whether it’s a person we support reaching a personal milestone. A colleague being recognised for consistently going above and beyond, or a team finding a new way to make a difference. The Star Awards bring those stories together, shining a light on the people, teams and initiatives that make Active Prospects such a special organisation.
The 2026 Star Awards was a standout year, with more than 600 nominations submitted across 17 award categories and 42 winners recognised. Every nomination reflected a personal story of determination, teamwork, compassion or achievement.
One of the most memorable parts of the evening is always hearing the stories behind each nomination first-hand. Every award represents someone’s determination or willingness to go the extra mile, and every winner has made a lasting difference to the lives of others.
Reflecting on the evening, CEO Maria Mills said:
“The energy created by everyone is so infectious that it elevates us all and builds a whole ecosystem of people coming together to be extraordinarily amazing. Thank you to all who thoughtfully recognised others through their nominations and a huge congratulations to our brilliant winners.”
The evening celebrated not only individual success, but also the encouragement, teamwork and shared commitment that help people we support flourish. Behind every nomination is a story of someone achieving a goal, gaining confidence, building independence or embracing new opportunities through the support of those around them.
Our short film, which was showcased during the evening, captures just one of those stories. It highlights the life-changing impact that person-centred support can have and celebrates the incredible colleagues and teams whose dedication helps make moments like these possible.
▶ Watch our 2026 Active Prospects Film Here
“The celebration of the remarkable achievements of our colleagues and people we support captures the joyous essence of what great social care does. At Active Prospects this is built on the values of deep caring, aspiration to be the best we can for others, and enabling thriving inclusion that builds collective strength.” Maria Mills
The Star Awards are about much more than one evening of celebration. They reflect the culture we continue to build at Active Prospects, where people are encouraged to grow, achievements are recognised and everyone has the opportunity to shine. They remind us that great support is built on kindness, ambition and teamwork, and that when people feel valued, everyone benefits.
Congratulations to every nominee, finalist and winner of the 2026 Star Awards. Thank you to everyone who attended, joined the livestream and helped make this year’s celebration so memorable. Together, you continue to make Active Prospects an extraordinary place for people to live, work and belong.
