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In recognition of the important role businesses have in delivering key services and supporting the sustainability of our communities, the LAG are piloting a grant scheme aimed specifically at small island businesses which, through their core business or a specific activity, will contribute to the LAG’s stated aims and priorities. The funding is predominantly for revenue expenditure, although a small capital element is available.

Applications must support the LAG’s mission of responding directly to local needs, delivering action and taking cognisance of local culture. Your business’s core purpose or the specific project that funding is being requested for must also align closely with at least one of the LAG’s current funding priorities, which are:

• Community Wealth Building (including addressing the causes and impacts of poverty);
• Dùthchas and Dualchas with a focus on identifying new approaches that can lead to economic benefits;
• Mitigating Climate Change and working towards Net Zero;
• Connectivity and efficient & sustainable Transport; and
• Supporting Children and Young People.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to also demonstrate:

• community support and/or that they address an identified community need, e.g. through alignment with community plans;
• a collaborative and inclusive approach, e.g. through inter-island or cross-community working;
• that CLLD funds will have an immediate, demonstrable impact, supporting their business plan and sustainable development; and
• that there will be a direct benefit to young people (up to and including the age of 30).

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Geographical areas funded: Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Capital, Revenue

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Who can apply

Businesses and sole traders registered in the Outer Hebrides, including community organisations with trading arms, that have fewer than 10 employees. Preference will be given to businesses operated by, or particularly benefitting, young people (defined as up to and including the age of 30).

When to apply

Applications close at 12noon on Tuesday 20 October 2026.

Next deadline: 20 Oct 2026

How to apply

Anyone considering an application is encouraged to in the first instance contact the Outer Hebrides CLLD Coordinator to discuss their proposal and ensure eligibility, although this is not essential for your application to be considered. Please note that the CLLD Secretariat will not be staffed between Thursday 1st October 2026 and the submissions deadline.

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Activites funded: Community development and regeneration Community facilities Transport Environment General charitable activities Heritage and building preservation Energy Climate action

Beneficiaries funded: Children General public Rural communities Local communities Young people

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