Articles by: Maria

Inclusive, trauma-informed childcare model wins £50,000 Social Innovation Challenge

Maria

Step Up, Scale Up: Real Stories of Social Enterprise Growth

Financial & Business Services, Step Up

Step Up is a 0% interest loan, with flexible repayment terms and a fast turnaround, designed for enterprising charities and social enterprises looking to build on proven ideas. Curious? We recently caught up with Àban, Angus Small Repairs, and Govan Appliance Project CIC, three organisations that are flourishing with a bit of Step Up support. Their stories might help you decide if this is the next move for your business.

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Sheena Boyd

Sheena is the operational lead for New Cumnock Development Trust, a community-led charity aiming to regenerate its village.

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Inclusive, trauma-informed childcare model wins £50,000 Social Innovation Challenge

The award will enable Thrive East Lothian CIC to launch a low-cost, inclusive nursery for children aged 0–5.

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LaunchMe: The Play Center Glasgow CIC

, LaunchMe

The Play Center Glasgow CIC participated in LaunchMe in Spring 2024, receiving tailored support to grow their reach and social impact.

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Chat to our experts during Social Investment Office Hours!

Financial & Business Services

Firstport is excited to invite you to our Social Investment Office Hours, an informal session for Scottish social entrepreneurs like you! If you’re thinking about social investment but not sure how to proceed, our investment experts are here to help point you in the right direction – whether that’s to our investment readiness support programmes, loan products or to other investors and funders.

16/12/2025 10:00-11:00
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