The Green Freeport Capacity Fund is a new initiative by Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport, created to support local projects that drive inclusive opportunity and environmental progress.Applications open 1st July 2025.
Running as a one-year pilot, the Fund offers ten grants of £2,000 each to eligible groups or organisations based within the Freeport area.
Who we’re looking to support
We aim to empower individuals and groups who have historically faced barriers to employment or skills access, including:
- Young women
- Individuals with disabilities
- Those experiencing economic hardship
We are looking for community-led initiatives that open doors, build skills, and drive positive change. Each project must also contribute to our green future — examples include:
- Promoting renewable energy
- Enhancing biodiversity
- Delivering meaningful environmental improvements
How to apply
All applications are assessed against clear, transparent criteria to ensure fair access and impactful results. Successful applicants will also be invited to share their success stories to inspire others.
If you are ready to make a difference in your community and for the planet, apply for the Green Freeport Capacity Fund and help shape a more inclusive, sustainable future.
Applications open 1st July 2025.
Prefer to apply by email?
You can download the Word version of the application form:
- Complete it and send it to info@greenfreeport.scot
- Or you can post it to:
Inverness & Cromarty Firth Green Freeport, UHI House, Old Perth Road,
Inverness, IV2 3JH
Application timeline
Applications open
1st July
Applications close
1st August
Funding awarded
By mid-September
