Strategic Fund

Most of the Viking funds will be allocated to the Strategic Fund. SCBF will be a ‘project funder’ supporting one-off projects or those that may last several years. Applications for support must be for community-focussed activities which ‘sustain and develop Shetland’s communities’ and clearly focus on the priorities identified in our business plan. We will always encourage applicants to seek other funding for a project.

Strategic Fund priorities

  • More younger people wanting to stay and/or come back to Shetland.
  • Better transport links within and between communities.
  • Better broadband and/or mobile phone connections.
  • Reduced cost of living in Shetland.
  • Improved housing supply and affordability.
  • Preservation and enhancement of Shetland's natural environment.

Strategic Fund

  • Applications over £10,000
  • Apply online
  • One application permitted annually which can be for a multi-year project
  • ‘Project funding’ which meets one or more of the priorities
  • Open 4 times per year, £400,000 available each funding round
Deadline

Panel meets

31st OctoberMid December
31st JanuaryMid March
30th April

Mid June

31st July

Mid September

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