Firstport is hosting 'Start It' surgeries to answer your questions about our 'Start It' fund. Our relationship manager, Jacky Tjivikua, will help you with the application process, eligibility criteria, or any other related questions. 

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Start It Funding: Office Hours!

Braw Tea Café: A Kind Kitchen Changing Lives

Employability, SEF - Build it

This case study highlights Dundee-based Braw Tea Café, which empowers disadvantaged women through training, employment, and community support. Supported by Firstport, it offers a welcoming space for skill-building and confidence while serving homemade vegetarian and vegan meals. 

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Supporting Scotland’s Net-Zero Journey

Circular Economy, Catalyst Fund

This article explores how Firstport is playing a role in helping Scottish based early-stage social enterprises in reducing or preventing climate change, working towards achieving net-zero targets in the coming years.

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Creation Mill: Reviving Langholm’s textile Heritage

Circular Economy, LaunchMe

Creation Mill revitalises Langholm’s textile industry through community wellbeing initiatives, workshops, DIY kits, and industry training. Through the LaunchMe programme, they are now ready for their next big move towards social impact on a larger scale.   

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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. Our relationship manager, Karen, will help you with the application process, eligibility criteria, or any other related questions. 

08/04/2025 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. Our relationship manager, Karen, will help you with the application process, eligibility criteria, or any other related questions. 

04/02/2025 10:00-11:00
book tickets