News

All the latest news about Firstport and the social entrepreneurs we support.

Social enterprise calls for an ethical food industry

Food & Drink, SEF - Build it

Prep Table is a social enterprise aiming to make the food industry more open, fair and ethical for producers, suppliers, employees and customers.

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Social enterprise calls for an ethical food industry

Music star swaps the stage to fight against plastic.

Circular Economy, SEF - Start it

Suzie Bowman and Billy Kennedy launch social enterprise aimed at reducing single-use plastic

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Music star swaps the stage to fight against plastic.

Firstport’s Statement on Black Lives Matter

Diversity & Inclusion

We stand against racism in all its forms and are committed to building a more diverse sector.

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Firstport’s Statement on Black Lives Matter

Hand-crafted face coverings for sale now!

What If… North Edinburgh participant Francia Boakye has taken on a new and exciting challenge during the COVID-19 lock down. Based in Muirhouse, Francia has applied her sewing skills to produce beautiful customized face coverings available to buy now!

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Hand-crafted face coverings for sale now!

COVID-19 Support for Firstport awardees

Firstport are here to offer you support during this time, please get in touch to let us know how you’re doing.

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COVID-19 Support for Firstport awardees

Social Entrepreneurs Fund on hold until further notice

Due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic, Firstport are temporarily suspending the Social Entrepreneurs Fund. This is to allow us to focus on the Third Force Resilience Fund, and ensure that the third sector remains supported during this time.

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Social Entrepreneurs Fund on hold until further notice