Aberdeen-based charity and social enterprise Scarf has been named a finalist in three categories at the Social Enterprise Awards Scotland 2025.
Scarf is shortlisted for:
- Social Enterprise of the Year – for demonstrating excellence in impact, customer service, management, and innovation.
- IDBM Community Wealth Building – for creating local, inclusive economic impact through an inclusive and democratic business model.
- Building diversity, inclusion, equity and justice – for taking practical action to remove barriers and create fair opportunities.
The shortlist announcement comes in a record-breaking year for entries, highlighting the strength and innovation of Scotland’s social enterprise sector.
Winners will be revealed at a ceremony at the voco Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow on Thursday 6 November 2025.
David Mackay, Co-CEO of Scarf, said: “To be recognised across three categories in such a competitive field is a real honour. This achievement reflects the commitment of our staff and partners to supporting households and communities across Scotland. Whether it’s helping people reduce their energy costs, creating local economic opportunities, or breaking down barriers to inclusion, it's a team effort that made it possible.”
Scarf is a registered charity and social enterprise, founded in 1985, that partners with local and national government, the private sector, and other third sector organisations. For 40 years, Scarf have delivered free, impartial energy advice and connected households to funding and practical solutions that cut bills and carbon emissions – reinvesting all profits to create lasting social and environmental change.
For more information about the Social Enterprise Awards Scotland 2025, visit: https://socialenterprise.scot/awards/
To find out more about Scarf, visit www.scarf.org.uk