The categories for the seven Bighearted Scotland Awards are explained below:
Big Hearted Scot of the Year
A person living in Scotland who has made a significant difference to the lives of others through fundraising, volunteer work or by making a significant contribution to their local community.
Child of the Year
A boy or girl living in Scotland, under the age of 16, who through their own selfless efforts has made a difference to the life of an individual or group.
Carer of the Year
A person living in Scotland, who has made a significant difference to the lives of others on a voluntary basis through day-to-day support or looking after their general welfare.
Fundraiser of the Year
A person living in Scotland, who has raised any amount of money for charity in exceptional circumstances.
Sports Person of the Year
A sports personality living in Scotland who has made a major contribution to society.
Business Person of the Year
A business man or woman living in Scotland who has contributed to making a difference to young people, disadvantaged people or communities in Scotland. (Include their co name).
Entertainer of the Year
A celebrity living in Scotland who has made a positive difference in the life of an individual fan or made an outstanding contribution to charitable work.