Abused Men in Scotland helps male victims of domestic abuse, whether it be physical, emotional, financial and sexual. They operate a free helpline to provide advice and support, as well as a one-to-one service in Edinburgh.

The charity also aims to address the gap in service provision for men experiencing domestic abuse and campaign for further inclusion of male victims in the wider conversation.

Since 1977, Cannongate Youth have been providing a safe, welcoming and fun space for young people aged 5-25. They run youth clubs, holiday activities, employability support, a social enterprise café, 1-1 support and outdoor play.

Their aim is to help children to become healthy, happy and secure adults, who feel at home in their communities, confident and fulfilled.

Focusing on physical, social and emotional wellbeing, Health All Round aim to reduce inequalities within the city and support people to live longer, healthier lives.

They offer a wide variety of help, such as counselling, life coaching, activity sessions, elderly befriending, creative projects and loads more to support all over healthier living.

By offering young people opportunities for new experiences and support with any difficulties, Pilton Youth aims to give them the best chance of a successful future.

In an area of multiple deprivation where many children, young people and their families face inequalities in the likes of income, health and education, this kind of support is crucial. They offer play sessions, employability training, alternatives to crime programmes and more.

Queensferry Care provides support for elderly people in areas surrounding the Lothians, primarily those suffering with dementia. There’s day care for those with additional support needs, a supper club for dementia patients and their unpaid carers and a memory cafe for drop-in advice.

They also run a volunteer hub, supporting local groups with advertising, training, recruitment, donations and more.

Launched by 15-year-old Jak Trueman just six days before he tragically passed away from cancer in 2015, the charity provides practical, social and emotional support to children and young people with cancer.

Their Jak’s Den locations offer fun activities, counselling and more, while outreach groups work with hospitals and patients at home to provide respite.

After hearing about Cyril Flint, a Trafford pensioner who had spent 20 lonely Christmases on his own since the death of his wife, there was a wave of compassion in the community and the Cyril Flint charity was established.

The charity matches those in need with volunteer befrienders who visit them, enjoying a cup of tea and a chat and limiting the effects of social isolation.

Lifeshare is a voluntary organisation established to help meet the needs of homeless and vulnerable people in Manchester and Salford.

The first point of contact is with people on the streets, offering practical assistance, support and information. They then offer continued assistance that enables people to secure suitable accommodation; supports them in maintaining their tenancies; and helps them to access initiatives that carry their lives forward.

Helping families who have lost a loved one, One Upon a Smile was born after its founders noticed how little practical and emotional support was available at the time.

The charity offers a wide range of support including respite breaks, one-to-one support, play therapy, befriending, art therapy and family mediation to help families heal and support each other.

Finding Your Feet support families affected by amputation or limb absence. Through a range of sporting initiatives and social inclusion projects, they aim to tackle the problem of isolation amongst amputees.

The charity also campaigns for better accessibility, organ donation and sepsis awareness.

Lifelink have been supporting adults and young people to make positive changes in their lives for over 27 years. They offer free one-to-one counselling for all ages and provide emotional literacy programmes for young people to help them better manage their feelings and deal with challenges.

They also work with businesses to provide wellbeing workshops and support.

Standing for Possibilities for Each and Every Kid, PEEK work to enhance opportunities for children and young people across Scotland.

They provide free play, creative learning, safe environments to explore, and training and support in order to boost confidence, break down barriers and improve health, well-being and physical literacies.

A team of over 40 people work at SeAscape to tackle homelessness, poverty and isolation. They provide practical and ongoing help and advice for those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, as well as helping with benefits and fuel debts.

Befriending services help those who are isolated or vulnerable in the community to ensure they don’t go through life alone.

St Andrew's Hospice provides free specialist palliative care to people living with life-limiting illnesses. They offer inpatient services, at-home care, outpatient wellbeing and grief & bereavement support services.

It’s not only the patients themselves that are looked after – their family, too, are supported by the hospice.

Since 1824, Ypeople have been providing diverse support across Scotland. The offer the likes of mentoring, housing advice, supported accommodation, counselling and after school care.

They also tackle youth homelessness and promote wellbeing, as well as assistance with benefits, renting, utility provision and more.