The Community Initiative of the Year category recognises an idea or initiative carried out by a retailer/store team that has helped their local community.
The 2026 finalists are:
Pink Friday, Nisa Local Northfields, Lincolnshire
Shining Light 4U CIC, Best-one Halai General Stores, London
Staff Fundraising Initiative, Budgens Holt, Norfolk
Weekly Homeless Outreach, Freshfields Market, Surrey
Sponsored by:
Commenting on the finalists, retail director at Bestway Wholesale, Jamie Davison, said:
“At Bestway, we’re truly delighted to sponsor the Community Initiative of the Year award – a category that celebrates the very best of what our sector stands for. Independent retailers are often the heartbeat of their communities, stepping up when it matters most. This award recognises those who have identified a local need and responded with creativity, care and determination, whether that’s supporting vulnerable groups, fundraising for local causes, tackling isolation or simply bringing people together. Every finalist has demonstrated outstanding initiative and genuine community spirit, proving that convenience retail is about so much more than the products on the shelves. We’re incredibly proud to support this award and to congratulate all those shortlisted for making a real and lasting difference in their communities.”
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