City of Hull Street Angels, the dedicated volunteer group providing crucial support and safety to vulnerable people on the city’s streets, has been honoured with the King’s Award for Volunteers, the highest recognition for volunteer organisations in the UK.
Since its inception, City of Hull Street Angels has become an essential part of the city’s night-time economy support network, offering help to vulnerable people in need – from assisting with safe journeys home to the crucial role of diverting people from emergency services, allowing paramedics, police, and healthcare teams to focus their life-saving efforts on higher-risk emergencies.
This accolade, often described as the MBE for volunteer groups, celebrates outstanding contributions to community wellbeing and social support. The award highlights the tireless commitment of City of Hull Street Angels volunteers to ensuring safe, compassionate, and practical assistance during late-night hours across Hull.
Jamie Lewis, Chair of City of Hull Street Angels, said: “We are incredibly proud and humbled to receive the King’s Award for Volunteers. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of every single volunteer who gives their time selflessly to care for our community. Our mission has always been to create a safer, kinder city for all, and this award inspires us to continue serving with even greater passion.”
His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of the East Riding of Yorkshire, Mr. Jim Dick, OBE, said, “I’m delighted that City of Hull Street Angels have been awarded the King’s Award for Voluntary Service. This prestigious award recognises and celebrates the extraordinary dedication, compassion, and impact of volunteers who give their time selflessly to support others. Their work embodies the very best of our communities and is a shining example of the power of voluntary service. We commend them for making a lasting difference in the lives of so many – their hard work genuinely changes lives and strengthens our communities. My congratulations on this outstanding achievement.”
City of Hull Street Angels is one of 231 charities, community groups and social enterprises across the country to be honoured with this year’s King’s Award for Voluntary Service. The recognition highlights the remarkable difference volunteers make, serving quietly but with major impact, embodying community spirit and kindness.
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service celebrates exceptional contributions made by local volunteer organisations. Established in 2002 to mark the Golden Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, the award continues under His Majesty The King, with 2025 marking its third presentation in his name. The announcement of recipients coincides with The King’s Birthday on 14th November each year.
Representatives of City of Hull Street Angels will receive the award crystal and certificate from His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of the East Riding of Yorkshire, Mr. Jim Dick, OBE, Lord-Lieutenant of East Yorkshire in the coming months. In addition, two volunteers from will attend a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in May and June 2026, along with other recipients of this year’s award.