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Supporting Scotland's Entrepreneurs

If you are seeking to support entrepreneurs or startups in Scotland, this is your opportunity to secure funding to develop or scale impactful initiatives.

The Ecosystem Fund Application closed at 5pm on the 20th May 2025

Application Deadline: 5pm on the 20th May 2025


Administered by inspirent on behalf of the Scottish Government.

What is the Ecosystem Fund?

The Ecosystem Fund, administered by inspirent on behalf of the Scottish Government, 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.

Who Can Apply?

We're looking for those who can make a lasting impact, including:

  • Incubators, accelerators & community groups - supporting early-stage entrepreneurs.
  • Universities, colleges & education providers - fostering enterprise learning and innovation.
  • Industry associations & non-profits - driving sector-specific entrepreneurship.
  • Un-constituted groups or individuals - exploring opportunities to encourage entrepreneurship.
  • Established businesses & private organisations - collaborating with startups and pre-startups.

Organisations, groups, or individuals must be headquartered or have significant operations in Scotland.

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