Make a Difference: West Midlands Episodes Available now
'Dillon seems to have a really special effect'
Whether it's building strength or being a guide on sensory trails, Dillon is a superstar.
'Every time Larissa's name is mentioned, it helps'
Marie Fellows set up the Larissa Foundation after her daughter died of leukaemia.
'This is about helping people to open up'
The Matrix Project provides a weekly safe space for boys to discuss emotional well-being.
'Food, people & community are all important to me'
Volunteer Etheline Deer has transformed a piece of waste land into a "green oasis".
'To win the award was completely mind blowing'
Sabrina Ffrench won the great neighbour category at the 2025 Make a Difference awards.
'Being blind won't stop me helping football fans'
Frazer from Lichfield started doing matchday summaries for visually impaired supporters.
‘We show people there’s kindness out there’
Stephanie Lakin set up pop-up shops full of donated prom frocks and suits.
‘I want to make sustainability fun for everyone’
Hannah Picken started the environmental group 'Wild Earth Movement' in Stourbridge.
‘We play a powerful role as women’
Reach for a Star in Walsall encourages women & children to engage in physical activities.
‘Prancer is the most wonderful creature’
Prancer the Alpaca of Daisy Farm in Birmingham visits care homes & schools in the city.
