The six awards open for nominations are:

• Brave and Courageous Child of the Year
  Here we celebrate children who are working hard to overcome severe disabilities and illnesses. Two winners will be selected from each age group.
  Age 0 – 8, Age 8 – 16
• Young Volunteer or Fundraiser of the Year
  This award recognises a child - or group of children - who have done outstanding work to raise money for charity or have selflessly volunteered their time to give back to their community.
• Young Hero of the Year
  Celebrating children who were brave in the face of adversity, this award is seeking a young candidate who showed real heroism.
• Exceptional Young Carer of the Year
  This award commends young carers looking after other family members.
• Outstanding Charity of the Year
  Recognition for a charity - or voluntary group - which is supporting children facing challenges in life.
• Courageous Family of the Year
  This award celebrates the exceptional families in Kent coping with severe illness or disabilities.