Spirit Aid

Kilt Walk, Glasgow — Spirit Aid walkers at the start line.

2027 – Sign-ups now open

Take the first step for Scotland's kids.

Every Kilt Walk mile funds real support for children and young people across Scotland. Lace up, sign up, and walk with us in 2027.

2001

The charity was founded in Glasgow

90%+

Of donations reach young people directly

12

Kiltwalks completed with more sign-ups every year.

20+

Years supporting children & families

Kilt Walk, Glasgow — Spirit Aid walkers at the start line.

Our work

Support that meets people where they are.

A small, volunteer-driven team reaching the places bigger organisations often can’t — from food and clothing on our doorstep, to guerrilla aid delivered directly to those who need it most.

Local Communities

Food, clothing and everyday essentials for families across Scotland facing poverty and hardship right now.

Xmas Toy Appeal

We help support children in poverty at Christmas by providing donated gifts from our partners.

Overcoming poverty

Founded in 2001 by actor and director David Hayman, Spirit Aid has grown from a small volunteer effort into a dedicated relief charity.

Our Biggest Fundraiser

Lace up for the Kiltwalk.

It’s the event the whole Spirit Aid community looks forward to every year, and it’s how so much of this work gets funded. Sign-up for Kilt Walk 2026 is open now.

Get Involved

Three ways to help today.

Give

Make a donation

One-off or monthly — every pound goes straight toward supporting a young person.

Fundraise

Start a fundraiser

Run, walk, bake or host an event. We’ll send you a free fundraising pack to get started.

Partner

Partner with us

Businesses and community groups — let’s talk about what we could build together.

On The Ground

Our volunteers in action.

No stock photography here — this is the day-to-day work of sorting, packing and delivering that keeps Spirit Aid running.

Spirit Aid Crew sorting through items for local deliveries.

Loading up the Spirit Aid van for deliveries areas in Glasgow and Lanarkshire.

Some eager kiltwalkers from 2025 near the start of their journey.

Partners

Backed by people who share our values.

Our work is made possible through the dedicated support of our incredible partners. Thank you for standing with us.

Celtic FC Foundation

Keedwell Scotland

Aspirare Recruitment

Made in Scotland

ECG Facility Services

CCL Techlogix Group

Contact

Let's talk.

Questions about volunteering, partnerships, or the Kilt Walk? We’d love to hear from you.