Long-serving volunteer to be feted at Mayo People of the Year Awards

Outstanding Mayo volunteer and community worker Tom Jennings is to receive the Hall of Fame accolade at the May. People of the Year Awards on November 21,

For over four decades, Tom has been a cornerstone of community life in Castlebar.

His tireless dedication, compassion, and selfless volunteerism have touched countless lives and strengthened the fabric of the local community.

Through his involvement in an extraordinary range of organisations including the Castlebar Horse Show, the Castlebar Song Contest, Foróige Helping Hands, the No Name Club, Rehab, St. Vincent de Paul, Knock Stewarding and the Order of Malta,

Tom has exemplified what it means to give freely of one’s time and talent for the betterment of others.

Tom’s most recognised commitment has been to the Order of Malta, where he has given an extraordinary 40 years of unbroken service.

Beginning as a young cadet, Tom worked his way through the ranks to become Lieutenant in charge of the Castlebar Unit.

Tom has been the driving force behind the rebuilding of the Order of Malta headquarters on Pavilion Road.

The Mayo People of the Year Awards is organised by RehabCare, Mayo County Council and The Connaught Telegraph.

In all 22 awards will be presented at the gala banquet in Breaffy House Hotel, Castlebar, on Friday night, November 21.