Firstport is excited to launch 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.

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Chat to our experts during Social Investment Office Hours! (3/4)

Meet this Autumn’s LaunchMe Cohort

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We are excited to share the latest LaunchMe cohort, full of brilliant social enterprises that are getting ready to apply for investment to support their growth. The programme kicked off at a vibrant in-person event in Edinburgh last month.

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Social enterprise lettings agency ‘Good Place Lettings’ launches in London – a unique joint venture between Crisis and Homes for Good

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Celebrating a new era for private sector landlords and renters.

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Cecilia Righini (they/them)

Cecilia Righini is the Founder and Creative Director of Studio Lutalica, a non-profit design practice focused on inclusive, accessible and sustainable outcomes.

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Juliana Amaral (she/her)

Juliana Amaral is Chief Executive Officer at Borders Community Action, driving change and advocating for sustainable growth across the third sector.

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From Grants to Growth: Why Loan Finance Matters for Enterprising Charities

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For many organisations, growing impact often starts with grants. However, long-term success and sustainability often require something more flexible. That’s where loan finance can make a real difference.

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