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Voluntary Action Orkney (VAO) encourages its staff to give their time and their skills in the community through Employer Supported Volunteering.

• Friday 2 October 2026

Voluntary Action Orkney (VAO) is looking for a new Chair to lead our Board of Directors.

• Wednesday 30 September 2026

The Youth Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) is in its eleventh year in Orkney’s secondary schools.

• Tuesday 29 September 2026

Voluntary Action Orkney (VAO)…

• Thursday 27 August 2026

Species on the Edge held a Volunteer 'Thank You' day on Saturday 15 August to recognise, celebrate and give thanks to all the volunteers who have provided support over the 4-year programme.

• Wednesday 26 August 2026

In May, the Orkney Youth Local Action Group (YLAG) came together to reflect on the past year, review their priorities and objectives, and plan for the year ahead.

• Friday 17 July 2026

Getting involved on a committee is a great way to support a cause that you are passionate about. Becoming a volunteer trustee, director or committee/board member is both rewarding and challenging.

• Thursday 4 June 2026

Amelia Brammagh and Amelie Kerr recently received their Saltire Awards for 25 hours and 50 hours respectively.

• Friday 29 May 2026

Volunteer Scotland have launched their new Knowledge Gateway, a central hub designed to support volunteering practice, development, and impact across Scotland.

• Wednesday 27 May 2026

Simba is dedicated to honouring and remembering babies who have died at any stage of pregnancy or close after birth.

• Thursday 30 April 2026

In a month’s time VAO will be joining thousands of charities, community groups and voluntary organisations to celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2026. Running Monday 1 to Sunday 7 June 2026…

• Thursday 30 April 2026

The Orkney Youth Awards were held on Thursday 19 March, with 100 young people recognised for their voluntary work in the community in front of their friends, family, and local community leaders.

• Thursday 26 March 2026