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Each year our Light Up Red campaign raises awareness of the Scottish Poppy Appeal. Be part of something special and help us shine a light on the Poppy Appeal.

Falkirk Abseiling

You will abseil abseil 100ft off the world’s first, and only, rotating boat lift, enjoying spectacular views from the top of the wheel and an adrenaline rush as you abseil down.

Trusts and foundations giving

Trusts, foundations and corporate supporters make a huge difference to the support we provide. Find out more about where this vital investment goes.

Mental health

Life in the Armed Forces is demanding. It can take a toll on relationships or impact work - during service or long after you've left. We're here to help.

Housing

Helping your find, keep and stay in your own home is a huge part of what we do.

Your Fundraising

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Latest news and stories

The latest news and stories from Poppyscotland

Pensions Advice Service

A free service provided by Legion Scotland to help Service personnel in Scotland at war pensions tribunals.

Volunteer inquiry form

Make a huge difference to the lives of those in need in the Armed Forces community, and make a difference to your own life too. Apply today.

Run Balmoral

Run, walk or jog any distance, whenever and wherever it suits you and raise vital funds to support our Armed Forces community.

Future plans

Our Interim CEO, Mark Collins, looks ahead to the future.

New plastic-free poppy

Available from October 2023, the new poppy maintains the iconic poppy design and can be fastened with a pin, inserted into a buttonhole, or a stick-on version is available. The paper used in the new poppy is made from a blend of renewable fibres from responsible sources and can be recycled in ordinary paper recycling collections.

Cost of Living Grants

If you are struggling with essential costs such as energy, utilities and sudden expenses you cannot afford, you may be eligible for support through our new Cost of Living Grants.

Careers

Join Team Poppy and start a career with Scotland's leading Armed Forces charity.

Fundraising tools

Whether you’re looking to take on a challenge or organise your own fundraising event, we’re sure to have something to suit you. These tools will help you to plan and organise your fundraising, and our team are here to support you all the way.

Poppy pin challenge

The Poppy Pin Challenge is an exciting way for young people across Scotland to support Poppyscotland while earning special rewards. Whether you're fundraising as an individual, with friends, or as part of a school group, every effort counts towards helping our Armed Forces community.

About the factory

A team of around 34 vulnerable ex-service men and women hand-assemble over three million poppies and 25,000 wreaths for the Scottish Poppy Appeal annually.

Falklands 40

2022 marks 40 years since the Falklands War. Find out how we commemorated the anniversary, learn the history of the conflict and read personal stories of those who were there.

Factory Tour enquiry form

Be one of the first to know when the 2023 Tour Experience bookings diary opens by filling in this enquiry form.