Each year, Headway holds a glittering awards ceremony, celebrating the achievements and contributions of people with brain injuries and those who support them. This year, the event was held at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House in Mayfair.
David Chater first became involved with Headway Birmingham & Solihull 25 years ago when he joined the board of Trustees and became the Chairman.
David has now received the Stephen McAleese Outstanding Contribution to Headway Award, sponsored by No5 Barristers’ Chambers.
Sue Tyler, CEO at Headway Birmingham & Solihull, nominated David.
She said: “David is a proud person, and I think he underestimates how vital a part he has played in not only the progression but also the sustainability of Headway Birmingham & Solihull.”
David was also instrumental in increasing the charity’s turnover – from £100,000 to now over £2 million – over his two and a half decades with Headway.
“As we know, many charities can struggle finding the right people to volunteer on Boards – and the right people are crucial to help ‘steer the ship’ in a positive direction,” Sue said.
“He has developed tremendous passion for supporting brain injury survivors and our charity over the many years he has been a part of our community.”
“Everything David does equates to a great deal of time and commitment for someone who does it all voluntarily,” she added.
Headway Birmingham & Solihull supports brain injury survivors, their families and carers in the aftermath of brain injury.
Sue said: “For someone who was simply ‘looking for something to do for a few years’ when he retired, I think David has made a huge contribution to how Headway Birmingham & Solihull has been able to grow.”
Luke Griggs, Chief Executive of Headway – the brain injury association, said: “David’s dedication to Headway Birmingham & Solihull as a trustee over 25 years is remarkable.
“His passion for helping others shines through in everything he does and his impact on the brain injury community has been truly invaluable.”Back
