Our ambitions to 2030: Measuring impact and success

Expert Advice for your Build It Application

Financial & Business Services, SEF - Build it

Attend one of our dedicated Build It Office Hours with Business Advisor Charles Morgan and Relationship Manager Karen Fitzsimmons to give you insider advice on the Build It application process. It will include a briefing on updated funding criteria, expert tips to polish your application and a Q&A session to address your queries.

13/01/2026 10:00-11:00
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Start It Funding: Office Hours!

Financial & Business Services, SEF - Start it

Firstport is hosting Start It surgeries to answer your questions about our Start It fund. Relationship Manager Karen Fitzsimmons will answer your questions on the application process, eligibility criteria and any other related queries. 

17/02/2026 10:00-11:00
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Start It Funding: Office Hours!

Financial & Business Services, SEF - Start it

Firstport is hosting Start It surgeries to answer your questions about our Start It fund. Relationship Manager Jacky Tjivikua will answer your questions on the application process, eligibility criteria and any other related queries. 

27/01/2026 10:00-11:00
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Corylus Horticulture: Nurturing Nature, Inspiring Community   

, SEF - Build it

Based in Midlothian, Corylus Horticulture focus on the interconnectedness of the environment and community, helping people reconnect with nature. After receiving funding from Firstport, they have gone on to receive further support from us, growing and expanding their impact.

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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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