The Jo Taylor Award for Excellence in Cancer Volunteering

Established in memory of Jo Taylor, this award celebrates the extraordinary impact that one individual can have through compassion, commitment and selfless service. Following her breast cancer diagnosis in 2007, Jo devoted her life to supporting others affected by cancer, transforming her own experience into a powerful force for change. Through her tireless advocacy, determination and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of people living with metastatic disease, Jo touched thousands of lives across Greater Manchester, the UK and beyond. Her legacy continues to inspire meaningful and lasting change.

The Jo Taylor Award for Excellence in Cancer Volunteering recognises individuals who dedicate their time and skills to supporting cancer services across Greater Manchester. Volunteers play a vital role within our cancer system, contributing in many different ways to improve services, outcomes and experiences for patients and the public. This award honours those who go above and beyond, making a significant difference without seeking recognition or reward.

Judges will be looking for:

An overview of the individual’s achievements through their voluntary work
Evidence of working with patients or members of the public to improve cancer services, outcomes or experiences
Confirmation that the individual is volunteering in some capacity to support cancer services in Greater Manchester

Nominations may be submitted by others or as a self-nomination.

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This is the entry form for the Jo Taylor Award for Excellence in Cancer Volunteering 2026. Please use this space to tell our judges about the person you are entering.

Please get straight to the point - remember our judges will have a lot to read!

Each category asks different questions, so please don't copy and paste as you may miss some of the most important questions.

Your Details

Please provide details of the person or team making the entry to allow us to contact you.

Name of person being entered *

Organisation/s *

Main contact telephone

Main contact name *

Main contact email *

Are you nominating: *

Summary

Please provide us with a short summary of your nominee in no more than 150 words. This may be added to our website after the awards, or used within press articles, enabling us to share knowledge and promote best practice cross the Greater Manchester system.(150 words max)

Synopsis *

About the Volunteer

Please give clear evidence of why the nominated individual meets the criteria for the award. Please include evidence of their dedication, commitment and excellence in supporting those with cancer. A mixture of qualitative and quantitative data, which may include testimonies is also acceptable. Please indicate if any data is unsuitable to be shared externally. (500 words)

About the volunteer: *

Working Collaboratively

Collaboration is something we are proud of in Greater Manchester and we regularly see a range of individuals, teams and organisations working together. Explain any collaborations the nominated individual is currently involved in and how these collaborations have benefited their work. This should include information on involvement with people affected by cancer or members of the public. (400 words max)

Working Collaboratively: *

Inequalities

Health inequalities exist throughout our population and reducing these are a critical element to improve the health and cancer outcomes of our population. This section gives you an opportunity to discuss any considerations given to reducing inequality as part of the nominated individual’s work, along with the inequalities identified and how their work has helped to addressed these. (400 words max)

Commitment to Equality *

Other Comments

Include any other comments, information or testimonials that you feel are relevant to your submission that will help the judges to understand why the person being nominated should be considered for this award. (200 words max)

Other Comments *

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What Happens Next?

The closing date for entries is Friday 27 February.

Judging will take place during March, and if you are shortlisted you will be notified by Thursday 19 March.

Shortlisted teams will be required to make someone available to be filmed for a one minute film talking about their entry. This film will be available on our website, and will be used by patient and carer representatives to vote for the Patients Choice Award. Filming will take place on Tuesday 31 March or Wednesday 1 April at a convenient location.

Each shortlisted team will be invited to the Awards Ceremony on the evening of 12 May 2026, where the winners will be announced. The ceremony will take place at the Deansgate Hotel (formerly the Hilton), Manchester.

THE JUDGES DECISION WILL BE FINAL.