and celebrating
the exceptional achievements
of ordinary people
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local champion?
Introduction
Scotland’s Champions in partnership with the Daily Record, Sunday Mail and Utilita will recognise and celebrate the exceptional achievements of ordinary people throughout Scotland.
This year’s star-studded evening will be held on Saturday 22nd June at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Glasgow Central.
We have scoured communities across Scotland in search of the unsung heroes – the people who deserve recognition for their efforts that seemingly go under the radar.
It is our mission to honour those people from all walks of life and showcase why Scotland is one of the greatest countries in the world.
Join us on this amazing evening which will attract some of the world’s biggest celebrity guests and also honours some of our favourite faces from the worlds of music, film, TV, and sport.
Sat 22nd June 2019
6.15pm - 1am
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR WINNERS
2019 Winners
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Scotland's Champion 2019 Winner
Sponsored by Utilita
FAMS - Families and Friends Against Murder & Suicide
Community Champion
Tom Gilzean, 99, Edinburgh
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Caring Champion
Sponsored by Scottish Government
Alison Bunce, 56, Inverkip, Inverclyde
Community Project of the Year
Sponsored by The National Lottery Community Fund
FAMS – Families and Friends Against Murder & Suicide
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Little Champions
Lily Douglas, 11; Chloe Lennon, 6; Nathan Pearce, 12
Military & Emergency Services Champion
Detective Constable Glynn Powell, 50, Edinburgh
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Sporting Champion
Sponsored by Utilita
Scotland Women’s National Team – 1972
Entertainment Champion
David Hayman
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Lifetime Achievement Champion
Jackie Bird
Finalists
Community Champion
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Maggie Frater
Tom Gilzean
Grant Hutchison
Caring Champion
Sponsored by Scottish Government
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Alison Bunce
Margaret McMullen
Melanie Mitchell
Community Project of the Year
Sponsored by the National Lottery Community Fund
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Dates-n-Mates Scotland
FAMS – Families Against Murder & Suicide
Our Community Kitchen, Haddington
Little Champion
(Under 16 years old)
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Lily Douglas
Chloe Lennon
Nathan Pearce
Military & Emergency Services Champion
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Allan MacLeod
Stuart Montgomery
Gordon Moulds
Detective Constable Glynn Powell
Award Categories
Readers of the Daily Record and Sunday Mail are invited to nominate their deserving champions for categories including:
Community Champion
This award celebrates an individual or group who have worked tirelessly to improve the lives of people within their local communities. This could be someone who participated in community action, or who has made a huge difference through volunteering or leadership.
Caring Champion
Sponsored by Scottish Government
This award welcomes submissions from individuals or teams who are NHS Scotland staff, social care professionals, or staff who work in the independent health and social care sectors.
It will celebrate individuals or teams who have made an outstanding contribution to the care of the people of Scotland. Tell us about the person or team and how their care has improved people's lives and what makes them so special.
Community Project of the Year
Sponsored by The National Lottery Community Fund
At The National Lottery Community Fund we support people and communities to thrive. Last year we helped over 1,300 organisations in Scotland make a life changing difference locally with National Lottery funding.
Do you know a group who was funded by The National Lottery Community Fund that is supporting to you or your community to thrive? Tell us all about it.
Sporting Champion
Sponsored by Sponsored by Utilita
Who has shown real dedication and determination within the sporting community?
This could be someone who spends their free time training others or a sporting star striving to be the best.
Little Champion
(Under 16 years old)
Do you know an extraordinary young person whose achievements, amazing courage or bravery make your heart burst with pride? Has someone you know battled the odds or showed incredible perseverance to save the day?
Military & Emergency Services Champion
We want to know about the beat bobby who goes an extra mile, the fire fighter or paramedic at the heart of a community and the outstanding service person who deserves to be honoured.
Entertainment Champion
When it comes to entertaining, Scotland is world class. From music and comedy to writing and performing we lead the way. Let us know, who you think deserves this title.
Lifetime Achievement Champion
This award goes to someone who has made a contribution of outstanding significance in their field over a number of years.
Scotland’s Champion
Sponsored by Utilita
One winner from the category award winners will be selected by the judging panel to receive the title of Scotland’s Champion.
At the annual awards dinner on Saturday 22nd June, attended by over 300 people, we will reveal the eight winners and the overall Scotland's Champion for 2019.
Come along and help us celebrate Scotland's unsung champions, enjoy entertainment from a top entertainer and meet the inspirational finalists from our variety of categories by booking your place here.
Sponsorship
There are various sponsorship opportunities available.
To discuss sponsorship opportunities please contact Aileen Turnbull on 07825 899 187 or at aileen.turnbull@reachplc.com
Title Sponsor
Our Category Sponsors
Our Support Sponsor
Our Charity Sponsor
Drop us a line
Event Enquiries
Laura Dunlop
Event Manager
0141 309 1491
laura.dunlop@reachplc.com
Sponsorship Opportunities
Aileen Turnbull
Key Account Manager
07825 899 187
aileen.turnbull@reachplc.com