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The grant scheme is designed to mobilise change and deliver positive outcomes for Shetland and its communities. The scheme seeks to support the community and economic development of Shetland by investing in infrastructure, community capacity building, and developing community assets and encouraging inclusive growth.

The scheme also aims to encourage regeneration of Shetland’s communities by supporting projects that safeguard sustainable economic growth and jobs, promote inclusion and contribute towards poverty reduction.

Projects seeking funding must be a strong fit to Shetland's Partnership Plan 2018 – 2028, and the shared vision that "Shetland is a place where everyone is able to thrive; living well in strong, resilient communities; and where people and communities are able to help plan and deliver solutions to future challenges."

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Geographical areas funded: Shetland

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Capital, Revenue

Fund award sizes

Minimum:

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Maximum:

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Average:

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Notes on award amounts:

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Who can apply

Shetland based organisations with an open constitution or set of rules that clearly define the organisation’s aims, objectives and procedures:

• Registered charities
• Community groups
• Voluntary organisations
• Social enterprises
• Public sector bodies other than the Council
• Collective interest / industry wide bodies

When to apply

Applications may be submitted at any time and will be considered at the next meeting.

Single state / Stage 2 deadlines:

• 31 March 2025, 5pm
• 14 July 2025, 5pm
• 29 September 2025, 5pm
• 12 January 2026, 5pm

Stage 1 deadlines:

• 21 April 2025, 5pm
• 4 August 2025, 5pm
• 20 October 2025, 5pm
• 2 February 2026, 5pm

Next deadline: 21 Apr 2025

How to apply

For grant requests up to £25,000 it is a single stage application process, by invitation. Please contact officers to discuss your proposal.

For requests over £25,000, it is a two stage application process:

• Stage One is an Expression of Interest and applicants are required to clearly demonstrate what outcome(s) and impacts their project will deliver. See website for form.
• Stage Two requires completion of the full application form and is by invitation only.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Community development and regeneration Community facilities Organisational development and capacity building

Beneficiaries funded: Rural communities Local communities Voluntary sector organisations

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