Here we celebrate just some of those people:
5. Binmen
All too often forgotten - but our binmen have played a critical role throughout the pandemic and we thank you all!
6. Faith workers
Saeed Atcha at Jamea Masjid mosque on Clarendon Street, Preston with a small portion of the food they have collected for the Salvation Army food bank.
7. Charity champs
Superknitter Arthur Wilkinson,87, has knitted hundreds of hats for charity.
8. Helping homeless
Georgette Jones is one of the many people who have helped those less fortunate during the year. She has been feeding the homeless in Preston.