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The Social Innovation Challenge is a programme that funds and supports innovators to kick-start solutions that tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our time.

They will accept eligible applications addressing any one of the following four themes:

• Eradicating child poverty
• Growing the economy
• Tackling the climate emergency
• Ensuring high quality and sustainable public services

The winner can use the funding to help with start-up fees, research and development, salaries and other essential costs, such as rent or buying critical equipment.

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Geographical areas funded: Scotland

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant, Prize/award

Type of cost:

Revenue

Fund award sizes

Maximum:

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Annually awarded:

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Notes on award amounts:

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Who can apply

• Established social enterprises
• Unincorporated groups or community associations
• Individuals with an idea for a new project

When to apply

Currently closed to expressions of interest. Applications open between 1 July - 28 August 2025.

How to apply

Submit an expression of interest on the Firstport website. If shortlisted, you will be invited to pitch your idea to a panel.

Contact information

Activites funded: Community development and regeneration Employability services Social care and welfare

Beneficiaries funded: Economically/socially disadvantaged Families People in poverty Local communities

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