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Investing in a better future for all.
What we do
We're investing £20 million over 10 years to support community-led projects across Orkney.
The Orkney Fund provides both capital and revenue funding to help bring your ideas to life. From small community initiatives to larger transformational projects, we support work that creates lasting positive change across our islands.
Our four priority areas reflect what matters most to Orkney communities:
Community and cultural wellbeing
Strengthening the heart of Orkney life.
We support projects that bring people together, celebrate culture, improve wellbeing, and help communities thrive.
Safe, accessible and vibrant spaces
Creating places where everyone belongs.
We fund improvements to community buildings, outdoor spaces, and facilities that make Orkney more accessible and welcoming.
Heritage, conservation and regeneration
Protecting what makes Orkney special.
We invest in projects that preserve historic buildings, conserve natural landscapes, and regenerate communities for future generations.
Local enterprise and creative support
Growing Orkney's economy and creativity.
We back businesses, social enterprises, creative ventures, and initiatives that create jobs and opportunities across our islands.
How it works
We use a two-stage process to make sure funding goes to projects that align with our priorities and can deliver real impact for Orkney's communities.
The journey from initial idea to funded project involves four clear steps. We're here to support you through each stage, providing guidance and answering questions along the way.
1
Expression of Interest
Submit an EoI telling us about your project idea and how it fits with our priorities - you don't need everything figured out yet.
Our team reviews all submissions against our eligibility criteria, looking for projects that demonstrate clear community benefit.
2
Full application (by invitation)
If your EoI aligns with our priorities, we'll invite you to submit a full application with more detail about your project.
We assess applications based on project quality, community impact, and value for money.
