The Eilidh MacLeod Endeavour Award

Celebrating Heart, Spirit, and Impact Beyond the Competition

Is your band more than just a great performance group?  Do you support each other, overcome challenges, and make a difference in your community?  Then this is your moment.

The Eilidh MacLeod Endeavour Award is your chance to shine for the qualities that truly matter – resilience, teamwork, inclusion, creativity, and community spirit.

Each year one exceptional band is honoured with this award, along with a £500 cash prize to support their continued journey.

️ In Memory of Eilidh MacLeod

The award is named in tribute to Eilidh MacLeod, a talented young piper from the Sgoil Lionacleit Pipe Band, whose life was tragically lost in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017.  Eilidh embodied everything this award stands for – endeavour, friendship, commitment, and joy in music.  We are proud to honour her legacy through this celebration of spirit.

What We’re Looking For

Your band doesn’t need to tick every box – just show us how you go above and beyond in one or more of these areas:

Community Contribution

• Performing at local events
• Volunteering or participating in community groups
• Supporting local causes or initiatives

Inclusion & Diversity

• Welcoming members from all backgrounds
• Supporting pupils with additional needs
• Removing barriers like transport or financial hardship

Enthusiasm & Camaraderie

• Showing genuine friendship and support within the band
• Creating a positive, uplifting environment for everyone

Innovation

• Trying new things—like combining music with storytelling, dance, or drama
• Creative approaches to fundraising, teaching, or performing

Perseverance & Resilience

• Thriving despite challenges like illness, lack of resources, or absence of instructors
• Individual stories of determination and grit

How to Apply

Tell us your story. Share what makes your band special. Whether it’s a small act of kindness or a big community project, we want to hear it.

Let’s celebrate the bands that bring heart across Scotland, spirit to the stage, and music to life.