The search is on for community heroes in Kildare
AXA issues nationwide callout to recognise four people who go out of their way to help others
People across Kildare are being invited to nominate someone they know for the AXA Community Hero Awards. The awards are designed to recognise those who make a meaningful difference in their neighbourhood and have a total prize fund worth €80,000.
Four Community Heroes will be selected from around the country and the winners will receive €20,000 each to donate to their chosen charity. Previous winners have included Cork Cancer Connect and Community Connect, Galway.
Heroes can be nominated in one of four categories:
- Road Safety
- Mental Health
- Women’s safety and wellbeing
- Sustainability
AXA’s judging panel will be looking to award the prizes to people who have demonstrated leadership, innovation, and creativity to help others.
Elizabeth Arnett, Chief Communications, Brand & Sustainability Officer at AXA Ireland said: “The AXA Community Hero Awards are designed to empower people that are actively working to deliver positive change in their localities.
“So many of us know someone who always goes the extra mile to help shape a better future for everyone in their community. AXA want to show them how much their efforts mean and give a real boost to causes close to their hearts”.
Mick Comerford, Direct Retail Director at AXA Ireland added: “The Community Hero Awards are a chance for us to give back to local areas, which is so important because we’re part of a wonderful community here.
“One of the best parts of our branch network is getting to know the people right at the heart of those vibrant communities and we’re looking forward to the chance to highlight the amazing work happening across Ireland”.
To make a nomination, members of the public can use 150 words or less to explain how someone has positively impacted their community under one of the four categories, and why they should be recognised as a Community Hero.
The nomination can be submitted online using the dedicated page at www.axa.ie. Staff at AXA branches would be happy to answer any questions people might have about the process.
Nominations are open from now until 4pm Monday 5th January 2026. The AXA Community Heroes will be announced in January 2026.