This case study demonstrates that when an organisation addresses critical community needs, initial struggles don't define its potential. It also highlights Firstport's commitment to nurturing promising social enterprises, regardless of their early challenges.

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Kin Collective: Nurturing Families, One Step at a Time

Empowering Minority Voices: The Story of Bowling Green Together

Diversity & Inclusion, SEF - Start it

Located in Pollokshields, Bowling Green Together is a thriving community, dedicated to tackling isolation and improving mental well-being through inclusive social spaces. 

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Women Changemakers Rewriting Family Support: Firstport’s Mother’s Day Tribute

Diversity & Inclusion, SEF - Build it

This Mother’s Day, we celebrate four inspiring organisations supported by Firstport, each dedicated to empowering mothers, families, and caregivers through innovative services and community-driven initiatives.

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Braw Tea Café: A Kind Kitchen Changing Lives

Employability, SEF - Build it

Dundee-based Braw Tea Café 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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