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RNLI & Scotmid launch art competition to celebrate 200 years of the RNLI

Lifeboats News Release

Scotmid and RNLI are inviting young Picasso’s, Warhol’s, and Rembrandts to let their imaginations set sail ahead the RNLI’s 200th anniversary.

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Scotmid, in partnership with RNLI, has launched a nationwide competition for U18s to design the front cover of its magazine, Jigsaw, and asking them to create an image which they feel encapsulates the RNLI's legacy, as it celebrates two centuries of heroic rescues and dedicated volunteering.

The launch also celebrates Scotmid’s charity partnership with RNLI, which got underway last year and will run until August 2024.

Budding artists are invited to design a front cover that highlights the spirit of the RNLI's work over the years within its communities, emphasising elements of inspiration, courage, and community spirit. The winning design will reach thousands of Scotmid members. In addition, the winner will receive an exclusive package of RNLI prizes.

Entry details are as follows:

  • Who Can Enter: Anyone aged 18 years and under.
  • The Theme: Artwork that embodies the spirit of the RNLI and its 200 years of brave, life-saving endeavours. The RNLI values are selflessness, courage, dependability and trustworthiness
  • Deadline for Entries: Make sure your masterpieces are submitted to Scotmid by 19 April 2024.
  • Submission Guidelines: Send your artwork to [email protected] or by post to the Scotmid Membership Team, Hillwood House, Harvest Drive, Newbridge, EH28 8QJ. If you email a submission, keep the original in a safe place in case you win!
  • Find out more: https://scotmid.coop/design-jigsaw-magazine-cover/

Kirsty Connell, Membership and Community Manager at Scotmid, said: "This competition is a wonderful way to commemorate such a huge milestone for the RNLI and our shared commitment to our communities. Partnering with the RNLI has been a privilege, as their tireless efforts serve as a lifeline. We're excited to provide young artists a platform to express their creativity and honour the invaluable work of RNLI volunteers."

Paul McKeown, Fundraising and Partnership Lead for the RNLI in Scotland, said: "What a fantastic way for young people to showcase their creativity and join us in celebrating this significant milestone. We eagerly anticipate seeing the entries and appreciate Scotmid's support and dedication to our cause."

Funds raised over the course of the charity partnership will enable the RNLI to purchase a new Atlantic 85 lifeboat, which will form part of its relief fleet and will be used by stations to assist in critical rescues during times when vessels are undergoing repairs or maintenance.

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For further information, please contact Grayling:

Lottie Buchan [email protected] 07833 367 078

Sian Povey [email protected] 07860 752 569

About Scotmid

Scotmid is Scotland’s largest independent co-operative and has been at the heart of Scottish communities since 1859. Our businesses include Scotmid Co-operative, Lakes & Dales Co-operative, Semichem, Funeral Directors, Post Offices and our property division. The Society employs almost 3,500 people in Scotland, Northern Ireland and the North of England. Scotmid is a co-operative society, owned by its members, who each have an equal say in how we are run. Our core purpose is to serve our local communities and improve people’s everyday lives.


Key facts about the RNLI

The RNLI charity saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. The RNLI operates 238 lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland and more than 240 lifeguard units on beaches around the UK and Channel Islands. The RNLI is independent of Coastguard and government and depends on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 146,000 lives.

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