SURF is Scotland’s Regeneration Forum and its overall objective is to improve the lives and opportunities of residents in Scotland’s disadvantaged communities.

The SURF Awards are delivered in partnership with the Scottish Government, with additional support from Creative Scotland, ng homes, Scottish Procurement Alliance, South of Scotland Enterprise, and Scotland's Towns Partnership.

The purpose is to highlight, celebrate and share the achievements of initiatives that address physical, social and economic challenges in communities across Scotland.

​The 5 categories this year are:

• Community Led Regeneration
• Creative Regeneration
• Improving Scotland's Places
• Removing Barriers to Employability
• Housing and Regeneration

The deadline for applications is 5pm on Monday 7th September.

Community Councils may be interested in applying for an Award or you may know a project who might be interested in applying or who deserves an Award.

You can download all of the application materials and find out more about the Awards here on the SURF website.

The winners of the 2026 Awards will be announced at a celebratory dinner event on the 10th December.

Diane Gray, SURF Chair said: “The SURF Awards are a wonderful opportunity to gain recognition for significant achievements in regenerating communities across Scotland. Organisations and individuals with commitment and vision are working to meet the challenges we face, and this effort and dedication is showcased in the annual SURF Awards. If you, or someone you know, has made an important difference that you want to share with others, then you should take the opportunity to apply and hopefully become a SURF Award winner!”