Pembrokeshire people at BBC Make a Difference Awards
The BBC Cymru Wales Make a Difference Awards 2025 has recognised individuals and groups across the country for their outstanding contributions to their communities.
The 32 finalists were selected from more than 700 nominees.
Among those representing Pembrokeshire are a retired racehorse and a dedicated environmentalist.
Ozzy, under the name Up For An Oscar, a retired racehorse from Pembrokeshire, has been nominated for the Animal Award.
Once deemed unmanageable, Ozzy now serves as a therapy horse at Redberth Croft CIC, offering vital support to vulnerable individuals.
Sharron Taylor is another Pembrokeshire representative shortlisted for her efforts in the Green Award category.
The founder of Tipi Fields, Ms Taylor has made a significant impact on her local environment and community by cleaning coastlines of debris and marine waste.
Her work doesn't stop at tidying up the coast; Ms Taylor also transforms the waste into unique, handcrafted items, breathing new life into discarded materials.
BBC Radio Wales' Lucy Owen praised the nominees, saying: "We're absolutely blown away by the nominations we've had.
"There are so many wonderful stories about community groups making a huge difference in their local areas and outstanding individuals committed to bringing people together, fundraising for good causes and caring for others."
BBC Radio Cymru's Shân Cothi added: "Over 700 nominations for our very first Make a Difference Awards in Wales says so much about who we are as a nation.
"It's incredible to hear about some of the amazing things that people are doing right across Wales.
"A huge congratulations to everyone who was nominated and to all of our brilliant finalists."
The winners will be chosen by a panel of judges from the BBC, including well-known presenters like Katie Owen, Lauren Price, and Gethin Jones.
The successful community heroes will be announced at the awards ceremony on September 20 in Cardiff.
The BBC Cymru Wales Make a Difference Awards 2025 aim to celebrate and acknowledge the people who go above and beyond in their communities, shining a light on these often-unsung heroes.
This is the first year the awards have been held in Wales.
A full list of the categories and finalists is available on the BBC's Make a Difference Awards website.
The event, led by BBC Cymru Wales, is set to become an annual celebration of community spirit and selfless dedication.
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