Firstport’s Social Enterprise Fund is now open for applications. These grants are designed to support social enterprises at different stages of development, from helping new social entrepreneurs test out an initial idea to providing funding which can support turning that idea into a full‑time role. There are with three different funds to apply for: Start It, Community Enterprise Fund and Build It.
News & Events
Our Next Social Enterprise Breakfast Club!
Our next Social Enterprise Breakfast Club is taking place on Thursday 23 April 2026, 8:45am – 10:45am at the Falkirk Delivers office, 104 High Street, Falkirk, FK1 1NW. Our Social Enterprise Breakfast Club offers a welcoming space for social enterprises across Falkirk & District to network, connect, share ideas, and learn more about the support available from CVS Falkirk & District. Come along to discuss your own social enterprise and hear from others running a diverse range of social enterprises in the area. We’ll also have a selection of hot rolls, plus tea and coffee to keep us going while we chat!
The Big Help Out Returns for 2026
After a year-long break, The Big Help Out will return this Volunteers’ Week 2026, running Friday 5 June 2026 – Monday 8 June 2026.
AVM Scotland Peer Support Networking Group
The Association of Volunteer Managers (AVM) welcomes all volunteer managers to attend the next meeting of its Scotland Peer Support Networking Group, taking place on Thursday 30 April 2026, 10:30am – 3pm, at the Victim Support Scotland office, Granite House, 31-33 Stockwell Street, Glasgow, G1 4RZ.
Upcoming Young Trustees Movement Online Training
Recognising that less than 3% of charity trustees are under 30 years old, the Young Trustees Movement is calling for increased board diversity. As part of this campaign, they are hosting online training, 12pm – 1pm, across multiple dates (via Zoom), focusing on championing diversity within boards: Wednesday 15 April 2026, Wednesday 13 May 2026, and Wednesday 10 June 2026. Tickets are free, although advance booking is required to gain access to the Zoom sessions.
