In order to be successful in starting and running a social enterprise it is important to develop the necessary skillset to assist you in your journey. One vital area is the wide-ranging subject summarised as “Legal” the do’s and don’ts, the guidance and the facts you need to be aware of for your social enterprise…
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Just Enterprise Workshops Supporting Social Enterprises
The Just Enterprise programme supports the growth of the third sector in Scotland. In line with this, they are running several free, online workshops in April and May to support organisations’ planning and development, from strategic thinking to digital marketing and legal essentials. “Charitable Trading”: Tuesday 22 April, 10:30am – 12pm “Strategic Planning for Social…
Social Enterprise Support Map Relaunch
Community Enterprise, Scottish Enterprise, Social Enterprise Scotland, The Scottish AI Alliance and The Third Sector Interface Practitioners Forum are delighted to announce the relaunch of the Social Enterprise Support Map, a vital resource for social enterprises, community groups, and third-sector organisations across Scotland. The revamped platform now boasts new functionalities and a wealth of additional…
Tender to Run New Café at the Bellfield Centre Published
A tender to run a new café at the Bellfield Centre was published on the Public Scotland Contracts website on Friday 21 February 2025. They are seeking expressions of interest from Third Sector Community Groups, Community Interest Companies, Social Enterprises, relevant organisations with social aims or local businesses who are interested in developing a Social…
WISE100 Women in Social Enterprise Awards 2025
Created by Pioneers Post, in partnership with NatWest Social & Community Capital, the WISE100 is an initiative to support, celebrate and share expertise, learning and inspiration among women in social enterprise, impact investing and mission-driven business across the UK. The WISE100 Women in Social Enterprise awards recognises and celebrates exceptional women leaders of all kinds…
Purchase Power: business support programme
Social Investment Scotland (SIS) and Social Enterprise Scotland have launched their joint business support programme, Purchase Power. The programme is designed as an opportunity for socially motivated enterprises with products, services and experiences to connect with corporates seeking to develop their social and environmental impact. Purchase Power aims to support social enterprises in becoming “purchase…
Introduction to UnLtd and Social Enterprise Pre-Application Workshop
UnLtd support social entrepreneurs develop their social enterprise, whether they currently only have an idea or are already making a difference. Through funding and support, UnLtd help them to realise their potential and create lasting change. On Wednesday 12 February, they are hosting a pre-application workshop from 10.30am-12noon, open to anyone who is considering Social…
Funding Socials Stirling Event
Social Investment Scotland’s Funding Socials series offers an opportunity for local charities, social enterprises and third sector organisations to meet with experts and funders from Inspiring Scotland, Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), Highland Third Sector Interface and Care and Learning Alliance. Their next event takes place in Stirling on Thursday 23 January, from 10am –…
Ready to RISE: Programme for Women Social Entrepreneurs
The Challenges Group and Firstport have announced a new programme of support for pre-start up women social entrepreneurs: Ready to RISE. Building on the 2023/24 pilot programme, and funded by Pathways funding from Scottish Government, Ready to RISE is aimed at women in Scotland who: have an early-stage idea to start an organisation with a…
Buy Social Scotland’s Ethical Christmas Gift Guide 2024
Buy Social Scotland has launched their 2024 Ethical Christmas Gift Guide! The guide includes gift options from social enterprises from all around Scotland (including some of our local Falkirk District and Forth Valley enterprises!) aiming to provide something for every budget. With the ability to search by product type, local region and even social issues…
