Build It

Grants of up to £40,000 for early-stage social enterprises in Scotland, funding salary costs to help organisations create jobs, grow income, and strengthen long-term social impact. Applications are open with a deadline of Noon Thursday 24th September 2026.

Who can apply

Social enterprises up to 3 years old, registered in Scotland, with a track record of trading and social impact, asset-locked constitution, board of directors (no majority related/employed), independent, and not engaged in political campaigning or advancement of religion.

Perks & benefits

Office hours sessions with insider advice
Pitch preparation support

Sources

Links used by the AI to gather information about this grant.

Funding

£1 – £40k

Deadline

24 September 2026

Opens

13 July 2026

Organiser website View source

Get started free

Eligibility criteria

Has a registered office in Scotland.
Operates primarily for the benefit of people or communities in Scotland.
Its activities do not involve political campaigning or the advancement of religion.
Has an asset-locked constitution registered with either Companies House, The Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR), or the Mutual Public Register.
Has a business bank account in the name of the social enterprise.
Has a board of directors in place, of whom no more than half are related to one another, or employed by the enterprise.
Has been trading for three years or less.
Is an independent organisation and not the project or subsidiary of an existing body.

Build It

Perks & benefits

Sources

Similar grants