We want to say a big thank you to everyone who participated in, supported, and attended our annual South Lanarkshire Third Sector Awards.

On 6 November we held the annual Awards Ceremony - bringing the community together to celebrate the outstanding achievements of individuals and organisations across South Lanarkshire. You can view all the photos from the night by clicking here. 

From tackling climate action and health inequalities, striving for sustainability and working tirelessly to improve the lives of those in need, this year’s nominees showcase the dedication, innovation and impact that volunteers and community organisations are making across South Lanarkshire. 

With over 145 nominations, we want to congratulate all of our nominees and finalists alongside our 2025 winners. Please see the list below: 

 

Nature Connection

2025 Winner: Jamie Maddock (Morphfit, 'Be the Change' Project)

Finalists: Douglas Riddick (Chatty Crafters, Eastfield Community Centre Garden) & Annie Poutney (Kilbride Hospice and South Lanarkshire Council partnership)

Enterprise and Sustainability

2025 Winner: Abington Community Development Group

Finalists: Climate Action Strathaven & R:evolve Recycle

Partnership and Collaboration

2025 Winner: Life Well Lived Biggar & Gillespie Centre

Finalists: Bee Line to Nature Partnership (CCI, Health & Active in East Kilbride, Grow 73 & Larkhall Community Growers) & It's Your Neighbourhood Carluke Partnership (Friends of Jock's Burn Community Orchard, Burn Road Action Group & Carluke High Mill and Community Garden)

 

Volunteer of the Year

2025 Winner: Graham Joiner

Finalists: Allan McGarva & Nan O'Hara

 

Young Person of the Year

2025 Winner: Zack Scott

Finalists: Chloe Rankin & Derek Alexander Elder

 

Volunteer-led Organisation

2025 Winner: Halfway Hall

Finalists: Beyond Brotherhood & CamGlen Buddies

 

Tackling Health Inequalities

2025 Winner: The Compassionate Lanarkshire Team at Kilbryde Hospice

Finalists: Hamilton Judo Club Inclusion & Life Well Lived Biggar