Social Innovation Challenge 2026: Meet the finalists
Herd Dynamics CIC, Rhyze, and Code Division have been selected as this year’s Social Innovation Challenge finalists.
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Firstport’s impact shortlisted for prestigious award
We are delighted to be shortlisted in the Prove It: Social Impact Award at the UK Social Enterprise Awards 2026.
read moreNational reach, local relationships
For nearly two decades, Firstport has supported social entrepreneurs across Scotland through the Social Entrepreneurs Fund (SEF), combining national reach with tailored support to help ideas grow into sustainable social enterprises. Now, drawing on lessons from place-based programmes and local partnerships, we’re introducing a new regional model to deepen community connections.
read moreFirstport leads the way on flexible working with new workplace accreditation
We are delighted to announce that Firstport has become one of the first organisations in the UK to achieve Flexible Workplace Accreditation, recognising employers that make flexible working, work in practice.
read moreThe Catalyst, a new podcast from Firstport.
The Catalyst, a new seven-part podcast season by Firstport, hosted by our Head of Investment Programmes, Emily Macdonald.
read moreBusiness Minister visits social enterprise Smart Gym CIC
Sport & Physical Activity, SEF - Build itFirstport client Smart Gym CIC welcomed a visit from Tom Arthur, Minister for Business and Fair Work, as part of his summer tour of Scottish businesses.
read moreIntroducing our annual Impact Report
Our impact report demonstrates a year of progress towards our strategic ambitions, growing reach, and measurable outcomes for individuals and communities.
read moreWhat our 2026 staff and board diversity survey results show
Since we last published our staff and board diversity survey results in 2023, we have been committed to delivering our Diversity and Inclusion framework. Our latest survey results help us to understand who we are as an organisation today and where to focus our future efforts.
read morePride needs infrastructure, not a plaster
Creative Industries (including Digital), Step UpOur board member Cecilia Righini (they/them), founder and Creative Director of Studio Lutalica, shares why Pride still needs to be a protest, and why funders must support LGBTQ+ organisations to build capacity beyond the month of June.
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