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# Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre wins local charity award
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/kesgrave-war-memorial-community-centre-wins-local-charity-award/
- Published: 2024-11-27T09:37:31.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:29:22.000Z
- Description: Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre (KWMCC) has been crowned Local Charity of the Year at the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce's East Suffolk Business Awards, recognising three decades of service to the community.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Third Sector, #article, Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre (KWMCC), #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

**Why it matters**: The award highlights the vital role community centres play in fostering social inclusion, health and wellbeing in Suffolk's towns and villages.

![Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre (KWMCC) has been crowned Local Charity of the Year at the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce's East Suffolk Business Awards](https://storage.ghost.io/c/29/1e/291e4b7f-e551-4458-b546-61963954b22f/content/images/2026/03/1732640919-kwmcc-charity-of-the-year-1.jpg)

Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre (KWMCC) has been crowned Local Charity of the Year at the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce's East Suffolk Business Awards (KWMCC)

**The big picture**: KWMCC is a charity that provides:

- Sporting activities for all ages
- Community events and programmes
- Social spaces for local residents
- Conference facilities for hire

**What they're saying**: "We are incredibly honoured to be named the Local Charity of the Year," said Richard Baird, chair of the trustees. "This is a wonderful recognition for the hard work, dedication and commitment of the entire team."

General Manager Stuart Lawson added: "I am so proud of the staff, trustees and volunteers that help support the community in such a varied range of events, programmes and activities."

**What's next**: The centre plans to build on this achievement with new programmes and initiatives in the coming year.

**The bottom line:** The award, sponsored by Access Community Trust, recognises KWMCC's commitment to creating an inclusive environment for residents of all ages in Kesgrave and surrounding areas.

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