Start It is a funding programme that helps budding social entrepreneurs in Scotland to get their businesses up and running. Funding comes from the Scottish Government’s Social Entrepreneurs Fund.
Key Criteria
A Start It award 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/or registration as a charity or Community Interest Company
- Rent (if premises have been identified)
- Website, branding, logo design and marketing materials
- Insurance and accountancy services
- Equipment
