We don't just take your word for it, we believe in you and your social enterprise vision. Ready to turn your vision into action? Get in touch. #socialbusiness #socialgood #socent

Did you know freshly brewed coffee can empower communities? Meet Braw Tea Cafe, who are providing jobs, employability sessions, counselling support, and food hygiene training, barista skills, kitchen skills and front of house. We're proud to support them. firstport.org.uk/case-studies/j…

From urban farms to upcycled clothing, Scottish social enterprises tackle environmental issues & create a more sustainable future. Who are your favourite social enterprises? #sustainableliving #socialenterprise #socent

✨ TODAY ONLY ✨ Please book our future workshops and events via our Eventbrite link here: eventbrite.co.uk/o/pne-27386774… @firstport Hope Street Xchange #PNE #SocialEnterpriseBoost #SocialEnterprise

Scotland's social enterprises are a force to be reckoned with! They contribute a whopping £2.3 billion to the economy - that's social impact AND economic power. #SocialEnterprise #Scotland 󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿#socialimpact

I was told I would never be a Film Editor because of my invisible disability. I have since edited films for Cannes, Edinburgh International and BAFTA Film Festivals. We spoke with Nigel Honey about Ability Academy, his disability-led organisation firstport.org.uk/case-studies/j…

Job creators, according to the latest social enterprise census, #socents provided over 88k jobs; they provide opportunities for diverse skill sets and empower individuals. #socialenterprise #socent

🌟 1 Month to Go! Join us for our Confidence, Self-Belief & Branding workshop with Nichola English (Personal Stylist and Confidence Coach). 🎟️ Reserve your spot now: ow.ly/nJXv50Tay58 Firstport #PNE #SocialEnterpriseBoost #SocialEnterprise

Clare Haughey MSP submitted a motion about Dechomai Firstport for Social Entrepreneurs Social Investment Scotland ACCESS report. It can be found using the link, below: parliament.scot/chamber-and-co… Would love to see further support John Grady MP Paul Sweeney Kate Forbes MSP Monica Lennon MSP James Dornan SNP

Our Build It award has always been competitive. Social enterprises with at least a year's track record of income generation and social impact and a board of directors have historically been most successful at securing Build It funding.

Meet the speakers for our next #SE100 Social Business Coffee Break webinar! Verena Hefti MBE (Leaders Plus), Ben White (Impact Reporting) & An Taigh Ceilidh’s Teàrlach Wilson will discuss how social businesses can be brilliant at reporting on impact. eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-be-br…

Art is empowering the community. The Helensburgh Art Hub was founded by Karlyn Marshall, providing art classes, workshops, exhibitions and events to the residents of Helensburgh and surrounding areas. Learn more about their journey here firstport.org.uk/case-studies/h… #helensburgh

A not to miss event from Breeze Digital on the 18th of September. It will be an information packed evening and conversations with the audience will inform the type of the support that is needed across the sector on this topic. bit.ly/3ZkONzn

Did you know Scotland has over 6,000 social enterprises? They are a business that operates for social or environmental purposes, rather than just maximising profit for shareholders. #socents are making a difference in health, social care, education & the environment.

What are the biggest challenges facing social enterprises today? Share your thoughts in the comments! #socent #socialenterprise #socialgood

The deadline for participating in the 2024 Social Enterprise Census has been extended until the 27th of September. Complete the survey here research.net/r/SocialEnterp… #socent

Trudi from Wild & Kind CIC shares her advice for when taking the first step towards social investment. Step Up offers 0% interest loans from £5k to £30k to fund successful growth strategies. Get in touch to learn more. #socialinvestment

Just Enterprise and Firstport business advisors offer expert one-to-one guidance that is tailored to your unique business goals. If you're considering turning your social impact side hustle into your career, you need get in touch. #startup #socialbusiness #socialenterprise

Our Start It award is for individuals with a business idea that addresses a social, environmental, and/or community issue. It offers up to £5,000 towards start-up costs. To find out more about StartIt and how to apply visit firstport.org.uk/funding/social… #socent #socialenterprise

We have a track record in supprting social enterprises across Scotland that are tackling some of the most pressing issues and creating jobs. What social business inspires you? #socialgood #socialimpact #socialenterprise