Introducing the Pride of FHLTA Award
Every transplant journey is unique, and every recipient has a story worth celebrating.
The Pride of FHLTA Award is a new annual award recognising a member of the Freeman Heart & Lung Transplant Association who has achieved something they once thought impossible following their heart or lung transplant.
This isn’t about extraordinary sporting achievements or public recognition. It’s about celebrating the personal milestones that make a real difference—whether that’s returning to work, rebuilding confidence, supporting others, overcoming challenges, reaching a personal goal, or simply embracing life with courage and determination.
No achievement is too small. Sometimes the greatest accomplishments are the ones that mean the most.
Who can be nominated?
Any heart or lung transplant recipient who is a member of the Freeman Heart & Lung Transplant Association.
Nominations are welcome from family members, friends, fellow members, healthcare professionals or anyone who has been inspired by their journey.
What we’re looking for
We’d love to hear about someone who has:
- Achieved a personal goal following their transplant.
- Shown courage and resilience in overcoming challenges.
- Inspired others through their attitude, determination or kindness.
- Made a positive difference to those around them or within the transplant community.
- Embraced the gift of life and made the most of their second chance.
How To Apply:
Click on the link to complete and submit the form below.
The winner of the beautiful trophy will be announced at our AGM/Christmas lunch on 5th December and either presented there if applicable or an arranged date and location following.
The award will be held by the winner for 12 months with an equally beautiful smaller award which the lucky winner will be able to keep.
Each Year we will dedicate the award to somebody. The first 2026 award will be dedicated to Jon Comb, our wonderful Vice-Chairman who sadly passed in January 2025.
Please share this wide to family members and friends.
Closing Date: Closing date for nominations is Friday 13th November, 5pm.