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The VIVA (Valuing Involvement and Volunteering Achievements) awards, organised by WDCVS, the third sector support agency, will celebrate the unique contribution volunteers make across the authority.
Local organisations are encouraged to send their submissions in the following categories:
Volunteer of the Year Young Volunteer of the Year Volunteer Manager of the Year Organisation of the Year Volunteer Unsung HeroThis year WDCVS are Introducing two new categories in partnership with West Dunbartonshire Leisure Trust:
Young Volunteer in Sport Volunteer Coach of the Year in SportMore information can be found here – https://wdcvs.com/viva-awards-2025/
WDCVS Volunteer Centre Coordinator, Kathleen McCulloch said: “Volunteering is a key, but often under recognised, social bond supporting the communities of West Dunbartonshire. Volunteers provide essential services, willingly giving their time and skills for no financial reward and we think it’s more important than ever to celebrate their contribution. Whatever you do and wherever you go, it’s likely you will come into contact with a volunteer at some point in your day – though you may not realise it”.
Submissions will be assessed by an independent judging panel, with three individuals or organisations shortlisted in each category.
The Awards Ceremony will take place on November 27th at the Golden Jubilee Conference Hotel in Dalmuir, Clydebank.
There is an online nomination form available, and nominations can be made until Friday 3rd October 2025.
For more information, call 0141 941 0886 or email info@wdcvs.com