Improving the lives of people living in Orkney
- Improving the lives of people living in Orkney
Voluntary Action Orkney supports and develops volunteering, charities, community groups and social enterprises across the islands.
- VAO is moving out of Anchor Buildings as plans for the new Community Hub progress
VAO will move out of Anchor Buildings during week commencing 22 June 2026 while plans progress for the new Community Hub. VAO services continue, and our phone number and email addresses remain the same.
Connect Orkney will move to the Life Centre from 1 July 2026.
- Help to support and shape Orkney's third sector
Our Board of Directors play a vital part in shaping our strategic direction and ensuring we deliver effectively for the communities we serve. We currently have vacancies on our board and are looking for people who can bring fresh perspectives, skills, and energy.
- Free financial training and mentoring support
Do you volunteer or work with a local charity or community group that would benefit from training and mentoring to help you manage its finances?
- Finance support for charities and voluntary organisations
Running a charity is about making a difference and behind every successful organisation are strong financial systems, accurate records and confident people who understand the numbers.
The finance team at VAO can help
Up to date advice, information and training for groups and organisations. From committee management and constitutions to funding and planning, we can help.
Our projects work at the heart of our community to provide support to the people who need it.
View our vacancies and others in charities, community groups and social enterprises across Orkney.
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