All the latest news about Firstport and the social entrepreneurs we support.
The investment will enable the business to complete its transition to in-house production and launch Nahla’s Insect Nutrition commercially in early 2027.
read moreThe £30,000 award will enable Herd Dynamics to grow its innovative approach to youth development and leadership.
read moreThe investment will support the rollout of Pure Water International’s low-energy water treatment systems across Scotland and beyond.
read moreHerd Dynamics CIC, Rhyze, and Code Division have been selected as this year’s Social Innovation Challenge finalists.
read moreWe are delighted to be shortlisted in the Prove It: Social Impact Award at the UK Social Enterprise Awards 2026.
read moreFor 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 moreWe 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 seven-part podcast season by Firstport, hosted by our Head of Investment Programmes, Emily Macdonald.
read moreFirstport 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.
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