The Glasgow Times Community Champion Awards 2024 will take place on Wednesday, December 4 at Glasgow City Chambers.
The evening includes a three-course meal, official event programme, entertainment, the awards presentation, as well as the opportunity to network with other attendees.
Host to be announced soon.
This year’s event will follow the same format as 2023.
Members of the public will be able to vote for their local community champions.
Rewarding a local individual, aged over 18, who goes out of their way to help those around them. This award will go to someone whose actions are a force for good in the community.
This award will go to a group of dedicated people changing their community for the better. It could be a team of nurses, charity workers, volunteer befrienders – anything goes.
This recognises a local club or individual who is making an impact in grassroots sport, either on the pitch or off it. Who is the beating heart of local sport?
This award will recognise a school which is working with the wider community to improve the local area or make a difference to the lives of those living nearby. It could be by running an intergenerational project, creating a community garden, helping those new to the area to settle in, or something completely different.
We are looking for a young person aged between 13 and 18, who makes a significant contribution to their local community. Perhaps they volunteer for a local good cause, or help people despite challenges in their own lives? We want to hear about them.
You do not need to be big to make a big difference…this award recognises a child aged under 13 whose achievements, courage or bravery make your heart burst with pride.
This award is for an inspirational person aged over 60 who contributes selflessly to their community, helping out a good cause, running a local project or doing something completely different to support others.
This award recognises those who have dedicated their lives to health and wellbeing causes. Who works tirelessly in your community to improve the life chances and opportunities of people in the city? It could be an individual or a group.
This award will be presented to an individual or team working to tackle the climate crisis and biodiversity loss. Our winner will be passionate about improving local areas for the benefit of all, perhaps through regular clean-ups, eco-friendly initiatives, or gardening – the sky’s the limit.
An award which recognises the power of the creative arts in building a strong community, this award will be presented to a musician, theatre group, singer, dancer or poet having a positive impact on through projects or performances.
The Croft Visitor Centre at HMP Barlinnie Prison – Team Croft –
Derek Reid – LD Let’s Talk
Surviving Stalking Podcast – Karen and Shelcy – Action Against Stalking
GRI Neonatal Nursing Team
Summer Weir and Farrah McIvor – The Pavilion
The Rapping Grannies of Possilpark
PEEK Project
Disability Sports Camp – Pepass & Disability Sport Glasgow Inclusive holiday programme
Café Culture – Scotstoun Primary School Parents
Bridget Crossan & Cath Milligan – Castlemilk Souper-heroes
Jack and Kallum – North United Communities
Once you have decided on the category, or categories, you would like to enter, please complete an entry form.
You can submit an entry online by clicking the ‘Enter Now’ button.
If you have any questions regarding the entry process, please see the FAQ section below or get in touch via the details at the bottom of this page.
ENTRY DEADLINE: Thursday, September 12
Councillor Jacqueline McLaren represents the Scottish National Party.
She was elected in 2017 to represent Canal Ward 16 and then again in 2022 when she became Glasgow’s Lord Provost.
Glasgow first citizen was born in Maryhill in the north of the city. Her first home was in Rolland street, she later moved to the Valley area of Maryhill and grew up in and around the Forth and Clyde Canal.
Before being elected to represent Canal Ward the Lord Provost worked in her partner’s legal practice Ian C McCarthy Solicitors in the Partick area of Glasgow.
Her partner is a Solicitor-Advocate and has been in business for over thirty years with offices in both the East End and West End of Glasgow.
The couple have one son Christopher, who is currently studying in his final year of medicine.
Lord Provost McLaren came into politics to empower her community and improve the lives of others.
Editor, Glasgow Times
Stacey Mullen is the Editor of the Glasgow Times. She has worked in local, regional and national newspapers for more than 15 years. A proud Glaswegian, Stacey was crime reporter at the title for several years before her latest role. She is responsible for the newspaper and its website, living by the brand’s motto that Nobody Knows Glasgow better.
Senior Features Writer, Glasgow Times
Ann Fotheringham is a senior features writer and has been writing about Glasgow and its magnificent people for more than 20 years. She is responsible for the Glasgow Times’ award winning community campaigns, including Streets Ahead, Scotswoman of the Year and, of course, Glasgow Community Champions. Her remit also includes human interest, health, nostalgia and a general obsession with Strictly Come Dancing.
Who can enter?
Anyone can nominate a team/project/individual from any of the regions in Glasgow.
Why should I enter?
Not only does being shortlisted (or better yet, winning) an award mean you will be recognised as a community champion, it is also a major morale boost for you or your workforce and is a great PR opportunity both at the event and long after. If you win, you will also receive a trophy for your display cabinet!
How do I enter?
You must complete our entry form to submit a nomination. Head to the ‘How to Enter’ section above for instructions.
Can I enter more than one category?
You can submit as many nominations as you like across the different categories. The categories and the criteria for each can be found in the ‘Categories’ section above.
What is the deadline for entries?
The entry deadline is Thursday, September 12.
How much does it cost?
It is free to enter the awards. Tickets for the grand award ceremony are invite only.
What happens next once I’ve entered?
Once you have submitted an entry, we will add your nomination to the entry pack for consideration. A sifting session will take place in October to shortlist nominations from each region before going to a public vote. The results from the public vote will feed into a final judging session.
How do I vote?
Voting will be open to the public via the Glasgow Times website during October.
How does the judging process work?
The results from the public vote will decide the winners from each region. A final judging session will then take place in November to decide the overall winners, who will be announced at the grand final in Glasgow City Chambers in December.
When will the shortlist be announced?
The shortlist will be listed in the Glasgow Times and on this website in November.
When will the winners be announced?
The winners will be announced at our glittering awards ceremony on Wednesday 4th December at the Glasgow City Chambers. The awards ceremony is invite only.
What do I do if I have more questions?
We are happy to answer any additional questions you may have regarding the entry process or event. Please contact Events Manager, Callum Cummine on 0141 302 6046 or callum.cummine@newsquest.co.uk with all enquires.
What region is my town in?
Please see map below showing each region – North West, North East & South.
