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The Scottish Government’s Ecosystem Fund is designed to back programmes and organisations that help new businesses start, grow and scale, and plays a central role in strengthening the entrepreneurial infrastructure across the country. It provides grants up to £40,000 to organisations that are driving entrepreneurial growth and innovation across Scotland.

Funding is available to support projects that:

• Expand access to entrepreneurship for underrepresented groups.
• Deliver skills development, mentorship, and collaboration.
• Boost Scotland's visibility as a global hub for startups.
• Increase access to funding and investment opportunities.
• Encourage innovation.

The Fund is opportunity-focused, seeking initiatives that do not duplicate existing activity but fill gaps in the current ecosystem offering in Scotland. It is committed to supporting initiatives that enhance diversity, inclusion and accessibility within Scotland's entrepreneurial community.

All proposed activity must be delivered, and all project costs incurred by 31st March 2026.

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Geographical areas funded: Scotland

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Revenue

Fund award sizes

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Who can apply

• Incubators, accelerators & community groups
• Universities, colleges & education providers
• Industry associations & non-profits
• Un-constituted groups or individuals
• Established businesses & private organisations Organisations, groups, or individuals must be headquartered or have significant operations in Scotland.

When to apply

Apply now. Deadline is 5pm on Tuesday 20th May 2025.

Next deadline: 20 May 2025

How to apply

All applicants will complete an initial screening form, after which they will be directed to either the Tier 1 or Tier 2 application form.

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Activites funded: Organisational development and capacity building

Beneficiaries funded: Voluntary sector organisations

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