Forth Valley Social Enterprise Network
@fvsen.scot
We support, connect and promote social enterprises across the Forth Valley area.
🔗 www.fvsen.scot
🔗 www.fvsen.scot
📢 Volunteering Matters: Engaging and Empowering Young People📅 13th November @ 13:00-14:00📍 Online
Empowering young people, creating career pathways and spotlighting the Youth VIP programme.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/3WrIzeA
@socialenterprise.scot
Empowering young people, creating career pathways and spotlighting the Youth VIP programme.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/3WrIzeA
@socialenterprise.scot
October 28, 2025 at 4:20 PM
📢 Volunteering Matters: Engaging and Empowering Young People📅 13th November @ 13:00-14:00📍 Online
Empowering young people, creating career pathways and spotlighting the Youth VIP programme.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/3WrIzeA
@socialenterprise.scot
Empowering young people, creating career pathways and spotlighting the Youth VIP programme.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/3WrIzeA
@socialenterprise.scot
📢 An Introduction to Service Design: what it is and why it matters to employability?
📅 11th November @ 14:00-15:30📍Online
Learn the basics of service design and why it matters. Improving employability outcomes and user-centred support.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/3LkZDQM
@socialenterprise.scot
📅 11th November @ 14:00-15:30📍Online
Learn the basics of service design and why it matters. Improving employability outcomes and user-centred support.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/3LkZDQM
@socialenterprise.scot
October 28, 2025 at 4:16 PM
📢 An Introduction to Service Design: what it is and why it matters to employability?
📅 11th November @ 14:00-15:30📍Online
Learn the basics of service design and why it matters. Improving employability outcomes and user-centred support.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/3LkZDQM
@socialenterprise.scot
📅 11th November @ 14:00-15:30📍Online
Learn the basics of service design and why it matters. Improving employability outcomes and user-centred support.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/3LkZDQM
@socialenterprise.scot
📢 Flexible Working Scotland – The Case for Flexible Working: Inclusive, Sustainable, Impactful
📅 10th November @ 11:00-12:30
📍 Online
Session on how fair, flexible work boosts retention, productivity and impact.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/4o301SL
@socialenterprise.scot
📅 10th November @ 11:00-12:30
📍 Online
Session on how fair, flexible work boosts retention, productivity and impact.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/4o301SL
@socialenterprise.scot
October 28, 2025 at 4:13 PM
📢 Flexible Working Scotland – The Case for Flexible Working: Inclusive, Sustainable, Impactful
📅 10th November @ 11:00-12:30
📍 Online
Session on how fair, flexible work boosts retention, productivity and impact.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/4o301SL
@socialenterprise.scot
📅 10th November @ 11:00-12:30
📍 Online
Session on how fair, flexible work boosts retention, productivity and impact.
Book your place here👉 bit.ly/4o301SL
@socialenterprise.scot
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To explore what’s new with the Catalyst Fund and learn more about how it can support you and your social enterprise, click on this link www.firstport.org.uk/news/the-cat...
The Catalyst Fund: Evolving to Meet New Needs - Firstport
Since 2021, the Catalyst Fund has backed ambitious social enterprises to grow, deploying flexible finance to help create social and environmental impact. But the landscape, makeup and needs of social ...
www.firstport.org.uk
June 30, 2025 at 2:20 PM
To explore what’s new with the Catalyst Fund and learn more about how it can support you and your social enterprise, click on this link www.firstport.org.uk/news/the-cat...
🚲 SAVE THE DATE! 🚲
The Big Bike Day, Alloa
📅 Sat 13 Sept | 🕚 11am–4pm
📍 High St & Mill St
FREE family-friendly cycling celebration! 🎉
⭐ Stunt shows, pump track, e-bikes, tune-ups, arts & crafts, live music & more!
👉 alloafirst.co.uk/the-big-bike...
#BigBikeDayAlloa #AlloaFirst
The Big Bike Day, Alloa
📅 Sat 13 Sept | 🕚 11am–4pm
📍 High St & Mill St
FREE family-friendly cycling celebration! 🎉
⭐ Stunt shows, pump track, e-bikes, tune-ups, arts & crafts, live music & more!
👉 alloafirst.co.uk/the-big-bike...
#BigBikeDayAlloa #AlloaFirst
August 19, 2025 at 9:51 AM
🚲 SAVE THE DATE! 🚲
The Big Bike Day, Alloa
📅 Sat 13 Sept | 🕚 11am–4pm
📍 High St & Mill St
FREE family-friendly cycling celebration! 🎉
⭐ Stunt shows, pump track, e-bikes, tune-ups, arts & crafts, live music & more!
👉 alloafirst.co.uk/the-big-bike...
#BigBikeDayAlloa #AlloaFirst
The Big Bike Day, Alloa
📅 Sat 13 Sept | 🕚 11am–4pm
📍 High St & Mill St
FREE family-friendly cycling celebration! 🎉
⭐ Stunt shows, pump track, e-bikes, tune-ups, arts & crafts, live music & more!
👉 alloafirst.co.uk/the-big-bike...
#BigBikeDayAlloa #AlloaFirst
Heads up for funding opening soon! ⤵️
🚀 COMING SOON! Clackmannanshire Community Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund 2025/26 opens 25 Aug! 💬
Grants up to £10k for projects boosting adult mental health & wellbeing.
EOI deadline: 15 Sept
Info 👉 ctsi.org.uk 📧 brian.weaver@ctsi.org.uk
#CMHWF #CommunityMentalHealthWellbeingFund
Grants up to £10k for projects boosting adult mental health & wellbeing.
EOI deadline: 15 Sept
Info 👉 ctsi.org.uk 📧 brian.weaver@ctsi.org.uk
#CMHWF #CommunityMentalHealthWellbeingFund
August 12, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Heads up for funding opening soon! ⤵️
Earlier this month, I visited Pause & Breathe in Bonnybridge. What a beautiful reminder that wellbeing is about connection and community! 🧘♀️
Watch the video and meet the lovely folk behind it.
#PauseAndBreathe #CommunityWellbeing #FVSEN #MentalHealth #Mindfulness
Watch the video and meet the lovely folk behind it.
#PauseAndBreathe #CommunityWellbeing #FVSEN #MentalHealth #Mindfulness
July 31, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Earlier this month, I visited Pause & Breathe in Bonnybridge. What a beautiful reminder that wellbeing is about connection and community! 🧘♀️
Watch the video and meet the lovely folk behind it.
#PauseAndBreathe #CommunityWellbeing #FVSEN #MentalHealth #Mindfulness
Watch the video and meet the lovely folk behind it.
#PauseAndBreathe #CommunityWellbeing #FVSEN #MentalHealth #Mindfulness
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
#scottishgrowthfund #socialinvestmentscotland #socialenterprise
Building on the success of previous rounds, the Scottish Social Growth Fund continues to offer flexible, long-term loan finance for charities and social enterprises across Scotland.
🔗 Ready to explore your options? Learn more and check your eligibility here - buff.ly/A97dRXD
🔗 Ready to explore your options? Learn more and check your eligibility here - buff.ly/A97dRXD
July 22, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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
#scottishgrowthfund #socialinvestmentscotland #socialenterprise
Don't forget to book your ticket to the Social Enterprise Summit Scotland 2025 ⬇️
📢 Social Enterprise Summit Scotland 2025: Tickets available now!
Join us in Stirling as we explore our theme 'Fair Economy, Shared Future'.
📅 2 September @ 09:30 - 16:00
📍 The Barracks, Stirling
Tickets 👉 zurl.co/cMjca
#SocEntSummit25 #SocialEnterpriseScotland
Join us in Stirling as we explore our theme 'Fair Economy, Shared Future'.
📅 2 September @ 09:30 - 16:00
📍 The Barracks, Stirling
Tickets 👉 zurl.co/cMjca
#SocEntSummit25 #SocialEnterpriseScotland
July 15, 2025 at 9:55 AM
Don't forget to book your ticket to the Social Enterprise Summit Scotland 2025 ⬇️
🎉 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
Discover who made the list and book your free ticket to the celebration event on 15th July: pioneerspost.com/news-views/2...
#SocEnt #SE100
July 9, 2025 at 8:08 AM
🎉 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
Discover who made the list and book your free ticket to the celebration event on 15th July: pioneerspost.com/news-views/2...
#SocEnt #SE100
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We are working in partnership with SWEF to award grants of up to £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
Available across Scotland.
For more info: tinyurl.com/3a3z84yy
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.
tinyurl.com
July 7, 2025 at 12:56 PM
We are working in partnership with SWEF to award grants of up to £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
Available across Scotland.
For more info: tinyurl.com/3a3z84yy
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Funding available
The ASFT Fund has been established to support organisations across Scotland, awarding grants of up to £15,000 for one year.
Application deadline: 7th August 2025
For more information +/ to apply: tinyurl.com/4dske9yn
The ASFT Fund has been established to support organisations across Scotland, awarding grants of up to £15,000 for one year.
Application deadline: 7th August 2025
For more information +/ to apply: tinyurl.com/4dske9yn
July 2, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Funding available
The ASFT Fund has been established to support organisations across Scotland, awarding grants of up to £15,000 for one year.
Application deadline: 7th August 2025
For more information +/ to apply: tinyurl.com/4dske9yn
The ASFT Fund has been established to support organisations across Scotland, awarding grants of up to £15,000 for one year.
Application deadline: 7th August 2025
For more information +/ to apply: tinyurl.com/4dske9yn
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
#fvsenmeeting #networking #socialenterprise
Great to see so many social enterprises getting together at our @fvsen.scot in person meeting in Stirling today - kicking off with a session @communityent.bsky.social running through services @ctsi.org.uk
June 17, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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
#fvsenmeeting #networking #socialenterprise
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The latest newsletter from @goodfinanceuk.bsky.social has just dropped 📩 👀
This month, featuring...
📺 Catch up on the panel session discussions from Good Finance Live
🧐 Spotlight case study
🎓 CPD-accredited e-Learning opportunities
...and more
Catch up now 🔗 buff.ly/TXHvdYw
This month, featuring...
📺 Catch up on the panel session discussions from Good Finance Live
🧐 Spotlight case study
🎓 CPD-accredited e-Learning opportunities
...and more
Catch up now 🔗 buff.ly/TXHvdYw
June 10, 2025 at 9:01 AM
The latest newsletter from @goodfinanceuk.bsky.social has just dropped 📩 👀
This month, featuring...
📺 Catch up on the panel session discussions from Good Finance Live
🧐 Spotlight case study
🎓 CPD-accredited e-Learning opportunities
...and more
Catch up now 🔗 buff.ly/TXHvdYw
This month, featuring...
📺 Catch up on the panel session discussions from Good Finance Live
🧐 Spotlight case study
🎓 CPD-accredited e-Learning opportunities
...and more
Catch up now 🔗 buff.ly/TXHvdYw
📆 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
Clacks primary schools are getting info packs and the chance to enter a colouring competition to help pupils get involved!
#YoungVolunteers #SaltireAwards
May 28, 2025 at 9:44 AM
📆 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
Clacks primary schools are getting info packs and the chance to enter a colouring competition to help pupils get involved!
#YoungVolunteers #SaltireAwards
🚀 6 days to go until #VolunteersWeek2025!
Volunteering can boost your confidence, grow your skills & help others 💜
Ready to give back?
👉 Clacks: ctsi.teamkinetic.co.uk
👉 Stirling: stirlingvolunteering.org
👉 Falkirk: cvsfalkirk.org.uk/volunteering
#6DaysToGo #VolunteeringMatters
Volunteering can boost your confidence, grow your skills & help others 💜
Ready to give back?
👉 Clacks: ctsi.teamkinetic.co.uk
👉 Stirling: stirlingvolunteering.org
👉 Falkirk: cvsfalkirk.org.uk/volunteering
#6DaysToGo #VolunteeringMatters
May 27, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🚀 6 days to go until #VolunteersWeek2025!
Volunteering can boost your confidence, grow your skills & help others 💜
Ready to give back?
👉 Clacks: ctsi.teamkinetic.co.uk
👉 Stirling: stirlingvolunteering.org
👉 Falkirk: cvsfalkirk.org.uk/volunteering
#6DaysToGo #VolunteeringMatters
Volunteering can boost your confidence, grow your skills & help others 💜
Ready to give back?
👉 Clacks: ctsi.teamkinetic.co.uk
👉 Stirling: stirlingvolunteering.org
👉 Falkirk: cvsfalkirk.org.uk/volunteering
#6DaysToGo #VolunteeringMatters
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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
Big news this month as we reveal the #ScotCharityAwards finalists for 2025!
Read it here: buff.ly/KnDxuwg
May 21, 2025 at 8:14 AM
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
Big news this month as we reveal the #ScotCharityAwards finalists for 2025!
Read it here: buff.ly/KnDxuwg
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🔊 Could your social business be included in this year’s #SE100 Index?
Make sure you’re in the running:
🔗 >> t.co/GF3F8fDrfc
(🚫 Deadline: 25 May)
Make sure you’re in the running:
🔗 >> t.co/GF3F8fDrfc
(🚫 Deadline: 25 May)
May 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM
🔊 Could your social business be included in this year’s #SE100 Index?
Make sure you’re in the running:
🔗 >> t.co/GF3F8fDrfc
(🚫 Deadline: 25 May)
Make sure you’re in the running:
🔗 >> t.co/GF3F8fDrfc
(🚫 Deadline: 25 May)
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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 £50,000
Apply by: 6th June 2025
For more info +/ to apply👉https://tinyurl.com/ysewdaty
The Essentia Foundation supports charities and community groups improving the lives of young people up to 25 years old across Scotland.
Fixed grants of £50,000
Apply by: 6th June 2025
For more info +/ to apply👉https://tinyurl.com/ysewdaty
May 20, 2025 at 7:46 AM
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 £50,000
Apply by: 6th June 2025
For more info +/ to apply👉https://tinyurl.com/ysewdaty
The Essentia Foundation supports charities and community groups improving the lives of young people up to 25 years old across Scotland.
Fixed grants of £50,000
Apply by: 6th June 2025
For more info +/ to apply👉https://tinyurl.com/ysewdaty
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As part of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we've been catching up with social entrepreneurs to find out what community means to them. 🚀
Find our full video series here 👉 buff.ly/hmg6OBe
#ThisIsMyCommunity #MHAW2025 #SideBySide
Find our full video series here 👉 buff.ly/hmg6OBe
#ThisIsMyCommunity #MHAW2025 #SideBySide
May 15, 2025 at 9:04 AM
As part of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we've been catching up with social entrepreneurs to find out what community means to them. 🚀
Find our full video series here 👉 buff.ly/hmg6OBe
#ThisIsMyCommunity #MHAW2025 #SideBySide
Find our full video series here 👉 buff.ly/hmg6OBe
#ThisIsMyCommunity #MHAW2025 #SideBySide
💚 Mental Health Awareness Week 💚
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
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
May 12, 2025 at 11:51 AM
💚 Mental Health Awareness Week 💚
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
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
Free workshop series for changemakers 🚀
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
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
We're delighted to offer a new series of online workshops in collaboration with Take Note and CRFR ✨
Led by Marianna Hay MBE, these workshops aim to support Scottish charities and grassroots social change organisations in creating effective impact.
Find out more and register here: edin.ac/4iKT7ht
Led by Marianna Hay MBE, these workshops aim to support Scottish charities and grassroots social change organisations in creating effective impact.
Find out more and register here: edin.ac/4iKT7ht
May 12, 2025 at 10:13 AM
Free workshop series for changemakers 🚀
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
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
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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
May 9, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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
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How do you measure your social impact? 📊 Our blog breaks down everything community businesses need to know, including why it matters, how to do it, and key tools to help💡
Read more here👉https://buff.ly/413vF9v
#SocialImpact #socialenterprise #charity
Read more here👉https://buff.ly/413vF9v
#SocialImpact #socialenterprise #charity
May 7, 2025 at 5:00 PM
How do you measure your social impact? 📊 Our blog breaks down everything community businesses need to know, including why it matters, how to do it, and key tools to help💡
Read more here👉https://buff.ly/413vF9v
#SocialImpact #socialenterprise #charity
Read more here👉https://buff.ly/413vF9v
#SocialImpact #socialenterprise #charity
Your chance to join the team at CTSI!✨
CTSI is seeking to recruit a new Team Leader – Membership, Governance & Family Support 🌟
📍 Alloa/Clackmannashire
⏰ 30 hrs/week
🎁 £32k pro rata plus staff benefits
Closing date: 22nd May
View the full job description & application details here: bit.ly/3GvZRCq
@fvsen.scot @antheactsi.bsky.social
📍 Alloa/Clackmannashire
⏰ 30 hrs/week
🎁 £32k pro rata plus staff benefits
Closing date: 22nd May
View the full job description & application details here: bit.ly/3GvZRCq
@fvsen.scot @antheactsi.bsky.social
May 1, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Your chance to join the team at CTSI!✨