Communities we're working with

HIE works with social enterprises and community clients who have an appetite for growth and the potential to make the biggest contribution to the region's economy.

Abernethy Trust

05 October 2011

Abernethy Trust is a Christian Trust, which operates as a Company Limited by Guarantee and is also a charity registered in Scotland. It runs several outdoor education centres, including the Ardgour Centre in Ardnamurchan.

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Forres Area Community Trust (FACT)

14 September 2011

Forres Area Community Trust (FACT) is being set up to promote the regeneration of the areas

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Staffin Community Trust

01 August 2011

A local development officer has been appointed to help a small community on Skye to create an economic, social, and cultural plan for their future growth. Staffin Community Trust has recruited Marion Beaton through HIE's Community Account Management approach.

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The Eday Partnership

12 January 2011

If all goes according to plan, in 2011 the Eday Partnership will take ownership of a 900KW wind turbine and with it an estimated annual income of £120,000 for community investment.

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Northmavine Community Development Company

12 January 2011

Northmavine Community Development Company operates as a Company Limited by Guarantee and business has flourished under community ownership.

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