Start It
Firstport
What it funds
A Start It award offers up to £5,000 in grant funding to individuals that want to start a social enterprise. It is designed to help new social entrepreneurs pay for start-up costs. These costs can vary, but typical examples include: legal fees for incorporation and registration as a charity or Community Interest Company rent (if premises have been chosen) website, branding, logo design and marketing materials insurance and accountancy services equipment
Who can apply
Individuals who have an idea for a social enterprise but need some funding to get it up and running.
Last checked against the official source: 20 Jul 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.
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