Scottish Government Saltire Awards

The Saltire Awards are the Scottish Government’s recognition scheme for young volunteers in Scotland. They celebrate, recognise and reward the commitment, contribution and achievements of people aged 12 to 25 who volunteer, and they are designed to encourage young people to get involved and keep going with volunteering.

Participants gain nationally recognised certificates signed by Scottish Government Ministers for the different amounts of volunteering they complete. The scheme focuses on volunteering that is freely chosen, not done for financial gain, and carried out for the benefit of the community, society at large, or an individual.

Volunteer Centre Western Isles can support young people to sign up, find volunteering opportunities, and make the most of their Saltire Awards experience. The awards can help build skills, strengthen a CV, and give volunteers the chance to meet new people, make a difference, and try a range of activities while contributing to their community.