While celebrating the remarkable achievements of children and young people across Wales, the Child of Wales Awards is proud to partner with organisations that share our commitment to empowering, recognising, and rewarding young people for the great things they are doing.

One such partner is the Ascona Group, whose support and dedication play a crucial role in honouring the extraordinary individuals who embody bravery and courage.

Join us as we shine a spotlight on the Ascona Group and its invaluable contribution as a sponsor of the Bravery Award & Courageous Family categories of the Child of Wales Awards 2024.

About Ascona Group - sponsor of the Bravery Award & Courageous Family Award

Ascona Group is one of the UK’s fastest growing forecourt operators. With a network portfolio of 62 sites across the UK, serving over 300,000 customers a week and in the top 10 of the Top 50 Independents in the UK. The Group is renowned for its commitment to supporting local communities. Its sponsorship of the Bravery Award & Courageous Family category underscores its dedication to celebrating individuals who demonstrate extraordinary courage in the face of adversity.

Through its partnership with us, here at the Child of Wales Awards, the Ascona Group demonstrates its commitment to recognising and rewarding the young people of Wales who display remarkable bravery and resilience. This support enables us to enhance the awards ceremony, amplify our reach, and support our mission, for which we are deeply grateful.

Darren Briggs, founder and CEO of Ascona Group, said:

“Since we launched Ascona in 2011, supporting our communities has been at the heart of everything we do, so I am very proud that we are able to support the Child of Wales awards in 2024 and invest in the future of our nation – our children.

“We are so inspired by the stories of these young individuals and their families, who have shown such remarkable bravery and courage in the face of real adversity. It is an honour to support the Child of Wales awards as they shine a light on the incredible journeys of some of the UK’s bravest young people and their families, and to be able to celebrate their achievements in front of the entire nation.”

Blanche Sainsbury, Founder of the Child of Wales Awards, added:

"We are deeply grateful for the generous support of the Ascona Group. Its dedication to helping the local community and, in this case, honouring individuals who demonstrate exceptional bravery and courage, aligns perfectly with the ethos of the Child of Wales Awards."

As we celebrate the partnership between the Ascona Group and the Child of Wales Awards, we are reminded of the power of collaboration in creating positive change.

Together, we continue to uplift and celebrate the incredible achievements of children and young people across Wales. We look forward to continuing our journey of impact and inspiration with the Ascona Group by our side.