A DEDICATED Bexhill resident and his therapy dog have been announced as finalists in the prestigious BBC Radio Sussex and BBC Radio Surrey Make a Difference Awards 2025.
Following a public nomination process, a panel of community leaders selected Alan and his dog Maggi, who also fundraise for Bexhill 100 Club, as finalists from hundreds of entries across the region.
They have been recognised in the Animal category for their remarkable efforts and lasting impact on the local community.
Judges praised the nominee’s tireless dedication to helping others, noting the positive difference their work continues to make in the lives of those around them.
The club itself has also been shortlisted in the ‘Fundraiser’ category of the awards.
In total, 32 finalists have been chosen across eight categories, all of whom will be invited to a special awards ceremony at Lingfield Racecourse on 22nd September.
The Bexhill 100 Motoring Club is, this Summer, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Bexhill 100 Classic & Custom Car Show at the Polegrove which raises funds for local causes.
In 2024, the club donated a record-breaking £24,000 to local causes, its largest single-year total, bringing the overall amount raised since the first show in 2005 to £180,000.
The club has announced an ambitious target to surpass the £200,000 fundraising milestone at this year’s event.
At the club’s Annual General Meeting in May, members voted to share the 2025 show’s proceeds equally among four local charities: Association of Carers, Bexhill Beach Garden, Bexhill Heritage, and Hastings RNLI.
Details of this year’s event are due to be announced soon.
