Bicester Autism wins King's Award for Voluntary Service
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Nov, 06:01 · Archive
Bicester Autism has been awarded The King's Award for Voluntary Service 2026, the highest honour given to local voluntary groups in the UK.
Bicester Autism, which supports around 1,000 families across Bicester and surrounding communities, has received The King's Award for Voluntary Service 2026. The award is the highest honour given to local voluntary groups in the UK and holds equivalent status to an MBE. It is announced annually on November 14, King Charles III's birthday, and recognises outstanding work by volunteers making a difference in their communities.
The charity is run entirely by volunteers, many of whom are parents of autistic children navigating the challenges themselves. Hayley Collier, chair of Bicester Autism, said: 'We are absolutely thrilled and incredibly proud that Bicester Autism has received The King's Award for Voluntary Service.' She described the recognition as 'truly humbling' and said the award belonged to every volunteer who had helped build the organisation.
Collier added that the charity aims to provide support where families 'can turn, somewhere to belong and somewhere they can simply be themselves'. She expressed hope the award would help the charity reach more families and continue building a community where autistic children and young people can thrive.
How it is being reported
- Prestigious King Charles III honour awarded to Oxfordshire charityBicester Autism, supporting thousands of Oxfordshire families, has won The King's Award for Voluntary Service 2026, recognising its volunteers outstanding workOxford Mail · 15 Nov, 05:00
- Prestigious King Charles III honour awarded to Oxfordshire charityBicester Autism, supporting thousands of Oxfordshire families, has won The King's Award for Voluntary Service 2026, recognising its volunteers outstanding workOxfordshire Guardian · 15 Nov, 05:00
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