Highland charities and individuals shortlisted for annual Scottish awards
Several Highland charities and individuals have been shortlisted for the Scottish Charity Awards 2025.
Boleskine Community Care (BCC) and Rape and Sexual Abuse Service Highlands (RASASH) have both been shortlisted as charities.
RNLI’s Juliet Blackie, New Start Highland’s Louise Anderson, Cromarty Courthouse Museum’s Liz Broumley have also made the cut.
Run annually by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO), the Scottish Charity Awards celebrate the best of Scotland’s voluntary sector.
This year’s shortlist includes 42 individuals and organisations from charities and voluntary groups across the country following a record-breaking number of nominations.
Susan Erlam, Trustee of BCC said: “We’re incredibly honoured to be named a finalist in this year’s Charity Awards. This recognition celebrates not just our services, but the heart of our community—the staff, volunteers, carers, and residents who make it all possible.
“We’re only a small charity, but we cover a large rural area where community really matters. It’s proof that even a small organisation can make a big impact.”
While a judging panel will determine the winners under ten distinct categories, members of the public can have their say by voting for their favourite overall entry in the People’s Choice Award.
The 2025 Scottish Charity Awards winners will be announced at a celebratory awards ceremony in Glasgow on June 19.
Anna Fowlie, chief executive of SCVO, said: "This year's shortlisting was as difficult as ever with the phenomenal work of the voluntary sector really demonstrated in our entries. Our finalists represent the very best of Scottish society, making life-changing impacts every single day in their communities.
"SCVO is delighted that we can again highlight their work at our awards ceremony, which will take place in June. Now it is down to the public. Our People's Choice vote is open now, giving you an opportunity to get involved and pick your favourite finalist from all of our categories. Don't miss out!"
Votes can be cast until May 20 by visiting here.