Anna Broad, winner of Brave and Inspiring Children between 6-11 years old, presented by Vikki Read, winner of the courageous family award in 2008

by Anna White

awhite@thekmgroup.co.uk

Inspirational youngsters were guests of honour at an emotional ceremony where they were praised for their courage and selflessness.

Eleven children from across Kent were crowned winners of the 10th annual Ward and Partners Children’s Awards, which are supported by the KM Group and Kent Community Foundation.

The KM Group appealed through its titles for readers to nominate the county’s bravest children, most dedicated fundraisers, exceptional carers and most courageous families.

Their stories captured the judges’ hearts and brought tears to the eyes of friends and family who were in the audience at the Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel last Friday.

The brave and inspiring category was the first award to be announced, which was split into three ages groups.

Prizes were awarded to Milly Johnson, aged five, from Twydall, Gillingham, and three-year-old Blue Tobin, of Kennington, Ashford, who were in the youngest division.

Winners of the group for six to 11 year olds were Miles Rogers, now 12, from Minster, Isle of Sheppey, Anna Broad, 10, from Ditton, and seven-year-old Maisy Keetch, who was nominated by loved ones in Sheerness. Cameron Edmonds from Gravesend, 12, topped the list for older children.

The young fundraiser of the year award was presented to 12-year-old Ella Eastwood from Whitstable.