It was a great idea to run it as a charity event this year, and full marks to everyone who gave up their time free of charge to organise, judge, DJ etc.
Going back to something I put on another thread, I think it's important to differentiate the Scottish "Competition" from the others on the circuit, and this is certainly one way of doing so. I think it helps the "feelgood factor" to know that our money is going to a charity rather than to a commercial organisation. And if the prizes are a bit smaller, so what - it won't affect most of those who attend or compete anyway!
There are so many worthy causes that I guess all I can do is nominate my own favourite charities and hope that lots of others do likewise, so that there's a good selection to choose from. So here's my top three:
- Scottish Wildlife Trust
- Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
- Alzheimer's Scotland: Action on Dementia
I think there's a case for any proceeds going to a Scottish-based charity, but that'll be up to the voters, I guess.
Also, it would probably help Scot if the charity chosen is able to help out on the day and with the organisation etc.
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