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Skye & Lochalsh Third Sector Support

As a rural delivery partner for the Highland Third Sector Interface (HTSI) we provide free support to third sector organisations in Skye and Lochalsh. ​​​​​

We offer comprehensive support for third sector organisations including:

  • Coaching on best practices.

  • Understanding and implementation of conflict-of-interest management.

  • Developing your group - advice and support to help your organisation achieve its ambitions and plans

  • Strategic planning guidance.

  • Exploring funding options and resourcing opportunities.

  • Consulting on organisational purpose and powers.

  • Dynamic health check support.

  • Prioritising risk management.

  • Skills assessment for board members.

  • Referrals and signposting for specialised advice.

  • Crisis support i.e. guiding community organisations through difficult issues. Note this does not include mediation during broader conflicts.​

 

Support for New Start Organisations and Project Development 

We assist new start organisations by:

  • Helping to identify local needs.

  • Providing insights into the broader landscape in Highland.

  • Supporting options appraisals.

  • Offering guidance on legal structures.

  • Supplying policy templates.

Download our group start-up guides here

HTSI Good Governance Toolkit
will help guide you through starting an organisation, managing an organisation and its people and what to do when things go wrong. 

Access the Toolkit here

OSCR -Managing a Charity

If you are a trustee or are involved in managing a charity in Scotland, OSCR's resources and guidance will help ensure your charity is well-run and meets its legal requirements.

Access the Guide here

SCVO - Running your Organisation
This guide helps you to solve problems and run effective voluntary organisation including governance, finance and managing people

Access the Guide here

Volunteer Scotland

Online guidance and resources help you create and manage your volunteering programme. 

Access the Guide here

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