The Glasgow Community Planning Partnership has launched the Glasgow Community Champion Awards to crown the heroes of local communities.

We have teamed up with Glasgow City Council, Strathclyde Police, Strathclyde Fire & Rescue and the Glasgow Evening Times to throw the spotlight on individuals and teams making a difference in their area.

The awards scheme visits every area of the city to recognise those community activists committed to improving lives. We are looking for examples of outstanding work being done across the city, be it through improving housing or recreational facilities, cleaning up our environment, encouraging others into work or training, helping those less advantaged, or campaigning for improved services or safer communities.

We are searching for the best examples of individuals who give up their time, incredible charities or local organisations, young people who have shown inspirational bravery or fund-raising, plus neighbours who help those around them. Those in the public service realm will also be recognised - teams and individuals whose vital work plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life in Glasgow.

The awards have been broken down into 10 areas of the city, and six awards will be presented to winners at a high profile awards ceremony in each of the ten areas. You can nominate anyone in your area by filling in the application form available on-line from the Evening Times website.  

Further information can be requested by contacting:

community@eveningtimes.co.uk,
200 Renfield Street,
Glasgow G2 3QB,
0141 302 6524.