About Us - Glasgow Life
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About Us - Glasgow Life
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About us
Glasgow Life is a charity set up to benefit everyone in the city
Our purpose
Our cultural and sporting programmes promote inclusion, happiness and health. They also support the city’s visitor economy.
We provide experiences across Glasgow, many of which are free, and bring value and meaning to people's lives. Our work enhances mental, physical and economic wellbeing.
The reason we exist
To improve people's mental and physical wellbeing through culture and sport.
Supporting the city’s visitor economy and enhance its reputation as a great place to live, work, learn, and visit.
We generate funds through culture and sport programmes. We then re-invest in the charitable activities which support our vision.
What makes Glasgow Life unique?
Our vision, reach and commitment to bring culture and sport to everyone.
Our charitable vision
We empower communities to build their confidence and skills. This helps people to volunteer, deliver activities and shape local services. We're committed to operating in a way which is responsive and looks to address inequality.
Our reach
Our programmes, experiences and events are created for everyone in Glasgow. They also attract millions of visitors and present the city on an international stage.
Our commitment to the power of culture and sport
We work hard to support our city’s diverse communities to experience the life-changing benefits of taking part in culture and sport.
Our mission
We inspire people to become engaged and active in a city globally renowned for culture and sport. We find innovative ways to make this happen across Glasgow’s diverse communities. From co-locating libraries, museums & sport centres in places like Pollok & Kelvin Hall to hosting major events.
Our areas of work
Arts and music
We provide valuable experiences to people through arts and music. Our programmes and events improve the lives of people in the city.
Museums
Glasgow's museums offer world-class collections and are free to access. They also give people the chance to engage with the city's rich heritage.
Libraries
Safe, free spaces for people of all ages, offering opportunities to learn, access support, digital help and use a range of resources or sit and relax
Communities
Our community venues allow people a place to offer a range of services across Glasgow. They are also safe spaces that are open to everyone.
Sport
From Glasgow Club to Walking Football and our Learn to Swim programmes, we help people to experience the benefits of taking part in sport.
Programme of events
We deliver events and programmes which support Glasgow's economy and enhance its reputation as a great place to live, work, learn, and visit.
The influence we have
Discover how we are inspiring people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport.
What we do for Glasgow
Meet the Glasgow Life Board and Leadership Team
Our Board
Our Leadership Team
How we operate our charity
Annual Review
Glasgow strategies
Glasgow Life policies
Business Plan 2025-28
Audit Committee
Board agendas and minutes
Charity accounts
Customer promise
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Fair Work First
Glasgow Life Modern Slavery Statement
Governance
Performance
Research
Find out more about Glasgow Life
Awards and accolades
Discover some of what we have achieved
City Strategies
What we are committed to
Our story
Glasgow Life's interesting history
Skip to main content
About us
Glasgow Life is a charity set up to benefit everyone in the city
Our purpose
Our cultural and sporting programmes promote inclusion, happiness and health. They also support the city’s visitor economy.
We provide experiences across Glasgow, many of which are free, and bring value and meaning to people's lives. Our work enhances mental, physical and economic wellbeing.
The reason we exist
To improve people's mental and physical wellbeing through culture and sport.
Supporting the city’s visitor economy and enhance its reputation as a great place to live, work, learn, and visit.
We generate funds through culture and sport programmes. We then re-invest in the charitable activities which support our vision.
What makes Glasgow Life unique?
Our vision, reach and commitment to bring culture and sport to everyone.
Our charitable vision
We empower communities to build their confidence and skills. This helps people to volunteer, deliver activities and shape local services. We're committed to operating in a way which is responsive and looks to address inequality.
Our reach
Our programmes, experiences and events are created for everyone in Glasgow. They also attract millions of visitors and present the city on an international stage.
Our commitment to the power of culture and sport
We work hard to support our city’s diverse communities to experience the life-changing benefits of taking part in culture and sport.
Our mission
We inspire people to become engaged and active in a city globally renowned for culture and sport. We find innovative ways to make this happen across Glasgow’s diverse communities. From co-locating libraries, museums & sport centres in places like Pollok & Kelvin Hall to hosting major events.
Our areas of work
Arts and music
We provide valuable experiences to people through arts and music. Our programmes and events improve the lives of people in the city.
Museums
Glasgow's museums offer world-class collections and are free to access. They also give people the chance to engage with the city's rich heritage.
Libraries
Safe, free spaces for people of all ages, offering opportunities to learn, access support, digital help and use a range of resources or sit and relax
Communities
Our community venues allow people a place to offer a range of services across Glasgow. They are also safe spaces that are open to everyone.
Sport
From Glasgow Club to Walking Football and our Learn to Swim programmes, we help people to experience the benefits of taking part in sport.
Programme of events
We deliver events and programmes which support Glasgow's economy and enhance its reputation as a great place to live, work, learn, and visit.
The influence we have
Discover how we are inspiring people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport.
What we do for Glasgow
Meet the Glasgow Life Board and Leadership Team
Our Board
Our Leadership Team
How we operate our charity
Annual Review
Glasgow strategies
Glasgow Life policies
Business Plan 2025-28
Audit Committee
Board agendas and minutes
Charity accounts
Customer promise
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Fair Work First
Glasgow Life Modern Slavery Statement
Governance
Performance
Research
Find out more about Glasgow Life
Awards and accolades
Discover some of what we have achieved
City Strategies
What we are committed to
Our story
Glasgow Life's interesting history