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Forth Valley Social Enterprise Network

@fvsen.scot.bsky.social

We support, connect and promote social enterprises across the Forth Valley area. πŸ”— www.fvsen.scot

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Earlier this month, I visited Pause & Breathe in Bonnybridge. What a beautiful reminder that wellbeing is about connection and community! πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ

Watch the video and meet the lovely folk behind it.

#PauseAndBreathe #CommunityWellbeing #FVSEN #MentalHealth #Mindfulness

31.07.2025 08:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The Scottish Growth Fund helps social enterprises and charities in Scotland grow, develop new services, or strengthen their long-term sustainability. Find out more ⬇️

#scottishgrowthfund #socialinvestmentscotland #socialenterprise

22.07.2025 08:29 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Don't forget to book your ticket to the Social Enterprise Summit Scotland 2025 ⬇️

15.07.2025 09:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸŽ‰ The 2025 finalists for the NatWest #SE100 Social Business Awards are here!

Discover who made the list and book your free ticket to the celebration event on 15th July: pioneerspost.com/news-views/2...
#SocEnt #SE100

09.07.2025 08:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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SWEF Fund: Grants for young people running new businesses or start-ups | Foundation Scotland Foundation Scotland is working in partnership with SWEF to award grants for young people launching a new business or running a new business.

We are working in partnership with SWEF to award grants of up to Β£2,000 for young people in Scotland who are launching a new business or running a new business that is within its first two years of trading.

Available across Scotland.

For more info: tinyurl.com/3a3z84yy

07.07.2025 12:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Funding available

The ASFT Fund has been established to support organisations across Scotland, awarding grants of up to Β£15,000 for one year.

Application deadline: 7th August 2025

For more information +/ to apply: tinyurl.com/4dske9yn

02.07.2025 08:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks to all who came out to join us at our FVSEN meeting and to @stirvolunteer.bsky.social for hosting. See you in October for the next one!

#fvsenmeeting #networking #socialenterprise

17.06.2025 12:42 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A digital graphic titled β€œMay Newsletter” from Good Finance. The text says: β€œFeaturing all the latest news, views, events, opportunities and more from the world of social investment.” The left side features the Good Finance logo on a dark pink background with abstract shapes, while the right side shows a laptop with multicoloured envelopes flying out, representing email notifications.

A digital graphic titled β€œMay Newsletter” from Good Finance. The text says: β€œFeaturing all the latest news, views, events, opportunities and more from the world of social investment.” The left side features the Good Finance logo on a dark pink background with abstract shapes, while the right side shows a laptop with multicoloured envelopes flying out, representing email notifications.

The latest newsletter from @goodfinanceuk.bsky.social‬ has just dropped πŸ“© πŸ‘€
This month, featuring...
πŸ“Ί Catch up on the panel session discussions from Good Finance Live
🧐 Spotlight case study
πŸŽ“ CPD-accredited e-Learning opportunities
...and more
Catch up now πŸ”— buff.ly/TXHvdYw

10.06.2025 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“† 5 days until #VolunteersWeek2025 and we’re celebrating young volunteers! 🌟

Clacks primary schools are getting info packs and the chance to enter a colouring competition to help pupils get involved!

#YoungVolunteers #SaltireAwards

28.05.2025 09:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸš€ 6 days to go until #VolunteersWeek2025!
Volunteering can boost your confidence, grow your skills & help others πŸ’œ
Ready to give back?

πŸ‘‰ Clacks: ctsi.teamkinetic.co.uk
πŸ‘‰ Stirling: stirlingvolunteering.org
πŸ‘‰ Falkirk: cvsfalkirk.org.uk/volunteering

#6DaysToGo #VolunteeringMatters

27.05.2025 15:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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TFN is @scvo.scot 's magazine for the #VoluntarySector

Big news this month as we reveal the #ScotCharityAwards finalists for 2025!

Read it here: buff.ly/KnDxuwg

21.05.2025 08:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ”Š Could your social business be included in this year’s #SE100 Index?
Make sure you’re in the running:
πŸ”— >> t.co/GF3F8fDrfc
(🚫 Deadline: 25 May)

19.05.2025 16:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fund open: Essentia mid-sized grants

The Essentia Foundation supports charities and community groups improving the lives of young people up to 25 years old across Scotland.

Fixed grants of Β£50,000
Apply by: 6th June 2025

For more info +/ to applyπŸ‘‰https://tinyurl.com/ysewdaty

20.05.2025 07:46 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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As part of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we've been catching up with social entrepreneurs to find out what community means to them. πŸš€

Find our full video series here πŸ‘‰ buff.ly/hmg6OBe

#ThisIsMyCommunity #MHAW2025 #SideBySide

15.05.2025 09:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’š Mental Health Awareness Week πŸ’š
A huge thank you to our amazing members who create safe, compassionate spaces that support mental wellbeing every day.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #CommunityWellbeing #ThisIsMyCommunity @ctsi.org.uk @stirvolunteer.bsky.social

12.05.2025 11:51 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Free workshop series for changemakers πŸš€
Learn to nail your "why", "what", and "so what" - the foundation for lasting impact and survival.
🎯 Book your spot now! ‡️
#Nonprofit #SocialImpact #Changemakers #Leadership #Grassroots #CharityWork

12.05.2025 10:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Delighted to be on the panel with @communityent.bsky.social on Cold Spots research today funded by William Grant Foundation and Kate Musgrave from South of Scotland - looking forward to some interesting discussions! @ctsi.org.uk @fvsen.scot

09.05.2025 11:18 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How do you measure your social impact? πŸ“Š Our blog breaks down everything community businesses need to know, including why it matters, how to do it, and key tools to helpπŸ’‘

Read more hereπŸ‘‰https://buff.ly/413vF9v

#SocialImpact #socialenterprise #charity

07.05.2025 17:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Your chance to join the team at CTSI!✨

01.05.2025 11:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“£Last chance πŸ“£

Don't forget to register for our webinar on digital exclusion with the Mhor Collective!

30.04.2025 07:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

@wellbeingscotland.bsky.social are on the lookout for a trustee ‡️

30.04.2025 12:53 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

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29.04.2025 08:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌟 Discover investors that match your organisation’s mission with our FundMapper. Get access to the right funding opportunities quickly and easily. Start searching now ⬇️
buff.ly/Ivumten

#socialenterprise #charity #help #resources

22.04.2025 20:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Great job #TeamCTSI! πŸ‘πŸŽ‰

22.04.2025 14:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ—£οΈ Only 7 days left to speak up for social enterprise! SEUK’s most influential survey closes 25 April. It takes 15–20 mins & helps shape policy + support for the sector.

Your voice matters!

πŸ‘‰ Take the survey now: buff.ly/PzNDFxG

#SocialEnterprise #SOSE2024

18.04.2025 13:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fund open: Essentia mid-sized grants

The Essentia Foundation supports charities and community groups improving the lives of young people up to 25 years old across Scotland.

Fixed grants of Β£50,000.

Apply by: 6th June 2025

For more info +/ to applyπŸ‘‰https://tinyurl.com/ysewdaty

14.04.2025 11:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Help celebrate our local volunteers πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

15.04.2025 09:06 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Bursary alert for Scottish social entrepreneurs! 🌍

Apply now for funding to attend #SEWF25 in Taipei this October!

🌱 Connect globally
🌐 Learn & collaborate
πŸ’‘ Bring impact home
πŸ—“οΈ Deadline: 5 May, 12pm

πŸ”— iseo.scot/2025/04/11/s...

#SocialEnterprise #Scotland #ISEO #GlobalImpact

15.04.2025 08:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join @communityent.bsky.social for an insightful live Zoom event to delve into the findings of recent Cold Spot Research and explore actionable strategies to unlock opportunities in cold spot areas.

πŸ“… May 9th, 2025
πŸ• 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
πŸ’» Zoom
πŸ”—https://bit.ly/4i5PPoz

09.04.2025 15:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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SIS Ambitions: How did Ambitions influence your approach to leadership? Find out more about our flagship support programme, Ambitions: Supporting Leaders, Building Growth, kindly supported by the Postcode Innovation Trust: social...

Are you ready to take your leadership skills and business impact to the next level?

Applications are now open for the Ambitions 2025: Supporting Leaders, Building Growth programme, proudly supported by the Postcode Innovation Trust.

πŸ”— Apply today - buff.ly/R37AcgA

08.04.2025 12:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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