Published on:
06
February 2014
Three young women have been selected as finalists to become the Clackmannanshire Young Citizen of the Year.
Lisa Hertwig, Kirsty McCormack and Kristy McQuater are the three finalists, with the winner to be announced at a ceremony at Alloa Town Hall on 6 March.
Lisa Hertwig, from Alloa, is campaigning to make people aware of becoming an organ donor, using her own situation to highlight the donor scheme. Lisa has Cystic Fibrosis and is waiting for a lung transplant, but despite having been seriously ill many times she continues to campaign and carry on with her life.
Kirsty McCormack from Tullibody helps many organisations in her local community. She has helped to raise significant amounts for local and national good causes, and volunteers her time to groups including the Hawkhill community centre and The Gate.
Kristy McQuater from Tullibody combines family responsibilities with volunteering her time for a number of local organisations, including Brownies, foodbank and children's groups. She has also trained to lead dance groups to help local children grow in confidence and have fun.
Provost Tina Murphy said: "It is encouraging to see the breadth of impressive work these young women have been involved in, and I look forward to announcing the winner on the night."
The Young Citizen of the Year, a category which was introduced for the first time last year by Provost Tina Murphy is sponsored by Clackmannanshire Community Chest.
Charlie Crawford from Alva became the first ever Clackmannanshire Young Citizen of the Year in recognition of his achievements as a young carer.