We are the first port of call for social entrepreneurs and the ideal place to start your journey into business.
Like many of the businesses we support, we are a charity and social enterprise. For over 16 years, we have been helping budding social entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality. From the start, we have offered grant funding and business advice. Over the years, we have grown and developed new services, including investment readiness support and social investment products – responding to the needs of the entrepreneurs we support.
We embed diversity and inclusion into everything we do, shaping both how we work and the opportunities we create.
While we now deliver a full range of services – relationships, mentoring, and encouragement continue to be at the heart of our support.
Our vision is a society in which doing business is synonymous with doing good.
We think social enterprises can play a leading role in a transition towards a Wellbeing Economy – an economy that is fairer, more sustainable and designed to serve people and planet, not the other way around. The work we do is important, and our vision reflects that.
You can make social enterprise your business
At Firstport, we strive to be a hundred percent supportive and zero percent judgmental. Our clients say that we were the first people to see potential in them and their idea.
Social entrepreneurs come in all shapes and sizes, from all places and backgrounds. They combine their skills with their passions to make a positive impact, create worthwhile jobs, and earn a living. Whatever your personality, whatever your style, we structure our support to suit you and your idea.
Today’s social entrepreneurs are blazing a trail for the future of business. We are on a mission to remove barriers and support entrepreneurs from all backgrounds, ensuring everyone with the drive and vision to make a difference has the guidance, resources, and encouragement they need to start and grow their business.
Are you ready to start your journey? Learn about how we work with you here.