Coastal Communities Fund

COASTAL COMMUNITIES FUND – CALL FOR PROJECTS

This grant aid scheme is administered by Shetland Islands Council and financed from net revenues generated by Scottish Crown Estate assets.

This grant aid 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, promote inclusion, and contribute towards poverty reduction.

Projects seeking funding must be a strong fit to Shetland Partnership Plan 2018 – 2028 (PDF 3Mb) 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.” 

Application process
Grants can be requested up to £50,000 as a single stage application process. In the first instance, please contact officers to discuss your proposal.   

Community groups invited to apply will be expected to provide the following details in their application form:

•    project description
•    evidence of need
•    project beneficiaries
•    outcomes to be delivered
•    support for the project

The application form requires a number of supporting documents/information as part of the submission. A checklist has been provided to guide you in this process. To view checklist click here.

For details of previous Coastal Communities Fund grant awards please click here.

Panel date and application deadline as follows:

If you have any queries or wish to discuss your project proposal, please contact us at:

Coastal Communities Fund
Shetland Islands Council, Development Directorate
c/o Solarhus
3 North Ness 
Lerwick
ZE1 0LZ

Telephone: 01595 744915 or 01595 743828
Email: coastalcommunitiesfund@shetland.gov.uk