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Inspiring Aberdeenshire

Inspiring Aberdeenshire 2024 banner on a presentation screen, with tables and glasses in the foreground

Inspiring Aberdeenshire is one of the council’s biggest annual events. The awards celebrate the achievements and successes of our people across Aberdeenshire who go the extra mile for their communities, often with little or no other official recognition.

The 2024 awards were held on 18th September and the winners were announced. Provost Judy Whyte said “Inspiring Aberdeenshire never fails to amaze me, because each year it reminds me of the need to reflect on how astonishing our communities are. This is the aim of Inspiring, to showcase the work of people in our communities.” 

We are now well underway planning the 2025 event, find out more details below.

A group of people, some standing and some sitting, on a stage holding their awards

2025 finalists

The judging panel has met and we have our 2025 Inspiring Aberdeenshire finalists. They are spread across our eight Inspiring categories, and the winners will be announced at the event in September.

Read all about our 2025 finalists. 

Close up of Inspiring Aberdeenshire decorations, showing flowers in a bunch and banner in background

Sponsors

The event is only possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors. A range of local companies have worked with us over the years to deliver this special celebration. View our sponsorship pack (PDF 6MB).

Please email inspiring@aberdeenshire.gov.uk for more information.

A group of children who performed at Inspiring Aberdeenshire awards

Performers

In previous years we have had performances during the night from local dancers, singers, school choirs, even a skipping group. We are always keen to get local performers involved throughout the night. If you are involved with a group who would like to be on stage with us at the next event, please email us with a short description of who you are and what you do. Video links will also help the organisers better understand your performance.

Event information

Watch the 2023 awards and see for yourself why Inspiring Aberdeenshire is such a special event for everyone involved. If you have any questions or want to know more, or if you want to perform or sponsor the event, email inspiring@aberdeenshire.gov.uk.

Inspiring Aberdeenshire charity partner

In 2025, we have pledged to work with a charity partner for Inspiring Aberdeenshire. This allows us to promote a local charity and help increase their visibility and awareness.

Shirley's Space logo

Our partner this year is Shirley’s Space. It is a mental health charity based in Crimond, offering a range of free, confidential services to support adults in the Northeast of Scotland.

In its seventh year, Shirley’s Space has made a vital impact across the community by providing free, confidential support to adults struggling with their mental health. It is actively tackling isolation, loneliness, and emotional distress within the community through:

  • A welcoming drop-in centre
  • Gender-specific support groups
  • Social meetups
  • A discreet late-night text messaging service

By offering accessible, stigma-free spaces to connect, talk, and heal, the organisation is empowering individuals to take positive steps toward better mental wellbeing.

For more information or to get involved, visit Shirley's Space website. If you would like to, you can also donate to Shirley's Space via PayPal.