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Community Enterprise Fund
Grant of up to £5,000 for constituted community groups in Scotland that want to begin trading or set up a social enterprise, covering start-up and development costs.
What it pays for
Conditions to know about
Enterprise must be based in Scotland, operate primarily for benefit of people or communities in Scotland, be a constituted group with a group bank account, not yet trading on a regular basis, and not involved in political campaigning or advancement of religion. Cannot fund existing activities, repairs or property improvements. Decision within 12 to 14 weeks of applying.
How to apply
Applications go through the funder. Read their page for the full rules and the form.
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Listed under Equipment, Training and hiring, Starting up, Premises, Digital, Scotland
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