Firstport is delighted to introduce a series of exclusive “Office Hours” for early-stage social entrepreneurs. These informal sessions, crafted by our Relationship Manager and Business Advisor, offer invaluable insights into the updated Build It criteria and application process. Participants will gain a unique opportunity to understand the nuances of the new requirements and receive expert guidance on crafting compelling applications.
Firstport’s alums nominated for the 2024 Social Enterprise Scotland Awards
Diversity & Inclusion, SEF - Build it
This article spotlights the impressive list of Firstport-supported social entrepreneurs who have secured nominations for the prestigious 2024 Social Enterprise Scotland Awards.
Weight & Cakes: Building Stronger Bodies and a Healthier Community
Sport & Physical Activity, SEF - Boost It
This inspiring case study on Weight & Cakes, a Sunderland-based organisation, highlights how their Olympic weightlifting programme, combined with funding from the Social Enterprise Boost Fund, is making a synergical impact in the lives of individuals facing neurodiversity and behavioural challenges.
Plastic-Free July: Firstport-Funded Zero-Waste Champions
Circular Economy, SEF - Start it
Plastic-Free July has become a global movement encouraging individuals and businesses to reduce their reliance on single-use plastics. This article highlights the inspiring work of several Scottish social enterprises that are leading the charge towards a more sustainable future.
We have laid out our ambitions through to 2030. This is how we will deliver them
In the first instalment of a new blog series, our Chief Executive Gael Drummond shares our new strategic ambitions and the approach we’ll take to achieve them.
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