With donations from Repsol Resources UK Ltd and Liam McArthur MSP, grants of up to £500 are available to charities, community groups and voluntary organisations in Orkney.
Constituted groups with charitable objectives (excepting party political groups) can apply for a grant for a project or activity to help their community. Past awards have included:
- equipment such as goal posts for football pitches, tables for community halls, display boards, replacements of outside lights
- specialised clothing to allow volunteer groups to achieve their aims, for example waterproof trousers, gloves and hi vis vests
- venue hire for workshops, exhibitions or events
Applications will close at 9:00am Monday 3 March 2025