With generous donations from Neo Next and Liam McArthur MSP, Voluntary Action Orkney (VAO) is offering grants of up to £500 to support charities, community groups and voluntary organisations across Orkney.
Constituted groups with charitable aims (excluding party political groups) can apply for funding towards a project or activity that benefits their local community.
Examples of what we have funded before include:
- Equipment, such as goal posts, tables for community halls, display boards or replacement outdoor lighting.
- Specialist clothing or safety gear to support volunteers, such as waterproofs, gloves or hi-vis vests
- Venue hire for workshops, exhibitions or community events
Applications will close at 9:00am Monday 2 March 2026.
