Our superstar – Poppy is named BBC Radio Suffolk Young Hero Award for her fundraising efforts

Congratulations to Poppy, nine years old, who has been recognised for her tireless fundraising and awareness efforts for the Epilepsy Society, by BBC Radio Suffolk. As part of the BBC Make a Difference Awards, Poppy was given the Young Hero Award.

Poppy was diagnosed with epilepsy when she was just two years old. For the past four years, with the help of her mum, Rebecca, she’s hosted Purple Days at school, bake sales, doing sponsored walks and making craft items to sell. She’s raised over £3,000 for the charity!

Pete Waters, Commercial and Events Manager said; “We are so delighted for Poppy to have gained recognition for all of her hard work and dedication. She’s done so much to make her teachers, classmates, friends and their parents understand that epilepsy is more than just seizures. Whether it’s a sponsored walk, baking, crafting or hosting a Purple Day, Poppy is such a role model. Thank you so much to Poppy and her Mum, Rebecca, who are such amazing supporters and advocates for epilepsy.”

Rebecca Moyes said: " Poppy having epilepsy herself makes her so passionate about fundraising. I as her mum have turned to the Epilepsy society charity for support and information. We just want to be able to give back to them after the help they have given us."

The BBC Make a Difference Awards are held annually by local radio stations. The Young Hero Award is awarded to an individual or group of young people under 16 who have make a positive impact in their community or achieved something exceptional. Winners are selected by a panel of judges. Nominations for 2027 will open next February.