A WOMAN from Wellington who has brought joy to terminally ill people by organising and funding their weddings has been named a Point of Light by Prime Minister David Cameron.

Naomi Thomas, 32, from Wellington, used her own experiences of battling breast cancer to set up the Wedding Wishing Well Foundation in 2012.

Thanks to the generosity of businesses and members of the public, the Foundation has been able to deliver seventeen weddings to people who have life limiting or terminal illnesses, making a day to remember and cherish for the couple, their family and friends.

Naomi is the latest recipient of a Point of Light award, which recognises outstanding individual volunteers, people who are making a change in their community and inspiring others.

Naomi said: “I am totally overwhelmed to have been selected to receive the Point of Light award especially having met Samantha Cameron back in 2013 and also visiting Downing Street on two occasions.

“It’s always great for myself and my team to get recognition for the work we do but we love what we do and the joy it brings to so many. Not just the couple but their children and friends and family.

“There is no better reward for us than giving someone their dying wish and their family memories that they can treasure forever.”

Prime Minister David Cameron said: “Despite battling her own condition, Naomi selflessly dedicates herself to creating dream wedding days for couples facing the hardest of times.

“I am delighted to name her the UK’s 222nd Point of Light today.”