Hope isn't just a feeling, it's an unstoppable power.
For 80 years you've been turning hope into action – volunteers, churches and communities standing together and building a more just world. To celebrate these remarkable contributions, we’re really excited to launch the Power of Hope Awards.
Thank you to everyone who sent in a nomination—we're proud to share the stories of those being recognised in 2025.
Arton Medd
We're proud to honour Arton Medd with this year's Amplifying Hope award. Since 1969, he's been a powerful voice for justice, education and compassion.
From leading Christian Aid Week events to championing Fairtrade and climate justice, Arton has inspired many through action and advocacy.
At 90, he still leads with hope. We're thrilled to celebrate his lasting legacy.
Sue Burston
We're proud to celebrate Sue Burston with this year's Creative Fundraising award, recognising her talent for turning compassion into action through inventive, heartfelt ideas.
From bread-making demos in Northumberland to helping lead the Cut the Carbon March in Wooler, Sue has fundraised with warmth, care and creativity.
After a life-changing visit to Kenya, she became a Volunteer Speaker—sharing powerful stories and inspiring others to give. Her legacy is one of kindness, innovation and hope.
Caroline Pybus
We're delighted to celebrate Caroline Pybus as the recipient of this year's Project Power award, recognising her extraordinary behind-the-scenes contribution to Christian Aid over nearly five decades.
Since 1980, Caroline has helped unite churches across Lewes in fundraising efforts that raised thousands. At 90, she walked every day in May to raise even more.
Now 94, she still offers wisdom and support from her home. Her humility and commitment make her a true unsung hero.
Meg Thomas
We're proud to celebrate Meg Thomas with the Prophetic Activism award, recognising her bold and compassionate commitment to justice and speaking truth to power.
As a standout in the 2023–24 Prophetic Activist Scheme, Meg led with energy and care—lifting others up and driving projects forward. She’s since launched a local organising group, fundraised for Palestine, and led workshops on prison abolition.
Meg continues to support Christian Aid through blogs, zines, and public speaking. Her voice is powerful, her actions impactful, and her leadership a beacon of hope.
Garioch and district Christian Aid Group
We're delighted to celebrate the Garioch District Christian Aid Group with this year's Standing Together award, recognising their powerful legacy of unity, action and commitment.
This ecumenical group has raised over £740,000, uniting churches across Inverurie, Garioch, Kintore and beyond. Inspired by the legacy of Rev Douglas Lister, their strength lies in collective action, shared purpose and deep-rooted faith.
From local fundraising to national advocacy, they've given, acted and prayed as one—living out the spirit of standing together.
Haddenham Christian Aid Group
This year, we're celebrating two winners of the Standing Together award—both showing the power of community, collaboration and long-term commitment to Christian Aid.
The Haddenham Christian Aid Group has brought people together for over 50 years. With support from four local churches, they’ve hosted soup lunches, ceilidhs, coffee mornings and more—raising over £200,000, including around £5,000 each year since 2000.
Even during the pandemic, they kept going by delivering homemade soup to supporters’ doors. With a small, dedicated team of volunteers, they continue to show what standing together really means.
St Andrews Major Church in Wales Primary School
We're thrilled to celebrate St Andrews Major Church in Wales Primary School with this year's Young Global Neighbours award, recognising their creative and courageous stand for climate justice.
As part of the Creative for Climate Justice project, pupils used art to raise awareness—sharing their work at school, the Senedd and the Houses of Parliament. Morgan and Tomas stood out as confident guides at both exhibitions, speaking up for young people in Wales.
Their message was clear: when young people unite, their voices are powerful. Their compassion, creativity and commitment make them true global neighbours.
