Scottish Sea Farms - Heart of the Community Trust

Provides grants to community projects that deliver lasting change in Shetland, Orkney, Highland and Argyll.

Shetland Charitable Trust - Capital Works Bridging Loan Scheme

This bridging loan scheme is available to organisations carrying out work on a public facility or providing a new public facility in Shetland which is eligible for grant funding from EU/Scottish Government/Lottery.

Shetland Charitable Trust - Large Grants Scheme

The purpose of the Trust is to use its available funds to benefit and improve the quality of life of all people living in Shetland, and to preserve the Trust reserves for future generations.

Next deadline: 22 Aug 2025

Shetland Charitable Trust - Small Grant Scheme

The purpose of the Trust is to use its available funds to benefit and improve the quality of life of all people living in Shetland. The ambition to promote inclusion and reduce inequalities in Shetland is a central theme for the Trust.

Shetland Community Benefit Fund - Viking Community Fund - Community Grant Scheme

Community-focussed or charitable activities which sustain the local community, give value for money, show community involvement, and are financially viable.

Shetland Community Benefit Fund - Viking Community Fund - Reactive and Proactive Strategic Funds

Funding for community-focussed activities which sustain and develop Shetland’s communities and clearly focus on the priorities identified in SCBF's business plan.

Next deadline: 31 Oct 2025

Shetland Islands Council - Coastal Communities Fund

To support the community and economic development of Shetland by investing in infrastructure, community capacity building, and developing community assets and encouraging inclusive growth.

Next deadline: 4 Aug 2025

Shetland Islands Council - Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) Programme

Supporting activities that will contribute positively to local people and local priorities and helping rural communities to thrive through community-led initiatives.

Next deadline: 28 Nov 2025

Shetland Islands Council - Early Learning and Childcare Fund

Aims to help maintain, grow, develop and improve the services provided in the Early Learning and Childcare sector. They will consider funding equipment, furniture and non-statutory training.

Shetland Islands Council - Economic Development Grant Scheme

The Economic Development Grant Scheme aims to stimulate local economic activity by supporting individuals, businesses and organisations to turn ideas into commercial reality.