Scotmid Member Choice Award

The Scotmid Member Choice Award is a community funding initiative that allows Scotmid co-operative members to support local community projects through votes earned from in-store purchases. The program operates across four regions (West of Scotland, East of Scotland, North Scotland, and Lakes & Dales) with three voting cycles per year. Shortlisted groups compete for funding, with the top-voted group in each region receiving £5,000 and other shortlisted groups receiving £1,000. Winners of the £5,000 award in Scotland have the additional opportunity to pitch at regional AGMs in spring 2026 for a chance to receive an extra £5,000, decided by member vote. The award supports community projects aligned with Scotmid's co-operative values across various priority areas including active lifestyles, arts and culture, children and families, sustainability, health and wellbeing, and equity and inclusion.