The Catalyst Fund
FirstportScotlandup to £50k
Who can apply
Social enterprises in Scotland that could have significant social impact but are unable to get social investment from other sources.
What it funds
The Catalyst Fund offers loans of £50,000 or more to social enterprises in Scotland. The fund is designed for organisations that need investment to grow but cannot access traditional social investment. Repayments are based on a percentage of your trading revenue, so payments vary depending on your income. There are four routes to Catalyst Fund support and investment: Access Catalyst – for entrepreneurs from ethnic minority communities Community Catalyst – for organisations tackling issues in…
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