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Community organisations move out of Anchor Buildings as plans for the new Community Hub progress

Some of the community organisations located in Anchor Buildings on Bridge Street will shortly be moving out while the arrangements for temporary accommodation are being finalised and plans for the…

  • CalendarFriday 12 June 2026
Volunteers' Week 2026 - Local committee and board volunteering opportunities

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.

  • CalendarThursday 4 June 2026
Orkney gymnasts receive their Saltire Awards

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

  • CalendarFriday 29 May 2026
New Knowledge Gateway launched by Volunteer Scotland

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

  • CalendarWednesday 27 May 2026
New free human rights training and resources from THRE

THRE (Third Sector Human Rights and Equalities) have released a new free training course focused on human rights from the international level down to everyday practice.

  • CalendarTuesday 12 May 2026
Five years of the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund in Orkney

Five years of the Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund has brought over £400,000 in to Orkney, and projects have taken place right across every part of the county.

  • CalendarFriday 8 May 2026
VAO launches new Easy Read service to improve access to information

Voluntary Action Orkney (VAO) is pleased to launch a new Easy Read service to help local groups and organisations make their information more accessible.

  • CalendarThursday 7 May 2026
TFN's Guide to running a charity

Third Force News (TFN) is SCVO's publication for the voluntary sector in Scotland. They publish the free ‘TFN Guide to running a charity or social enterprise’ annually.

  • CalendarThursday 30 April 2026
Knit or crochet for Simba

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

  • CalendarThursday 30 April 2026
Survey: Scottish Third Sector Employment Opportunities for Young People

A strong flow of young talent helps organisations stay resilient, innovative, and reflective of the communities they serve.

  • CalendarThursday 30 April 2026
Volunteers’ Week 2026 is almost here

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…

  • CalendarThursday 30 April 2026
Youth Philanthropy Initiative in Orkney

For 10 years, VAO has supported the delivery of the Youth Philanthropy Initiative in Orkney’s secondary schools, with nearly £70,000 going into Orkney’s charitable sector as a result.

  • CalendarThursday 30 April 2026
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