The Scottish Social Growth Fund offers loans of £100,000 to £500,000 depending on your organisation’s plans and financial position, to help you grow and achieve your social impact goals.

The fund offers loan terms of up to 14 years with fixed interest rates and flexible repayment options. 

The fund provides a range of support services, including:

• investment readiness guidance
• support to help you shape your proposals
• support to help you identify the best funding fit.

It is designed for social enterprises and charities that aim to deliver social or environmental impact alongside financial sustainability, such as upgrading to accessible or low-emission vehicles or expanding community transport routes. 

The fund's flexible loan finance can be used for various purposes, including:

• purchasing property
• developing new income streams
• investing in income-generating ideas that strengthen the business model

Yes, if you are a charity or social enterprise based in Scotland with clear social impact at the heart of your mission.

There are no costs to apply to the Scottish Growth Fund. 

The fund offers loan terms of up to 14 years with fixed interest rates and flexible repayment options. 

Charities and social enterprises based in Scotland. 

Applications are typically approved within 12 weeks. This can vary on a case-by-case basis. 

Visit the Social Investment Scotland website for more information and to apply.