Visit Scotland

Information and funding opportunities for businesses in the tourism sector in Scotland.

Creative Scotland

Creative Scotland is the public body that supports the arts, screen, and creative industries in Scotland.

SMART: SCOTLAND

The SMART: SCOTLAND grant is one of our research and development (R&D) grants that aims to support high-risk, highly ambitious projects.

National Lottery Awards For All Scotland

Awards for All Scotland funds a wide range of community projects based in Scotland.

Scotland House

Are you a Scottish business looking to expand into London and beyond?

Foundation Scotland

Are you part of a community or project in Scotland that carries out work for good causes and are looking for funding support?

Net Zero Scotland

As part of the global effort to fight the climate emergency, Scotland has set an ambitious target to become 'Net Zero' by 2045.

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE)

South of Scotland Enterprise offers various free services supporting businesses across Dumfries & Galloway and the Scottish Borders.

Stonewall Scotland – Inclusive Workplaces

Wherever you are at in your inclusion journey, we have the solution for you. Discover how to attract, retain and nurture the best LGBTQ+ talent.

Supplier Development Programme Scotland

Support for Scottish businesses wanting to tender for contracts.

Zero Waste Scotland

Support programmes, funding opportunities and advice to help businesses become more sustainable.

Women's Business Centre - Scotland

The Women’s Business Centre is a website designed to share knowledge, practical tips and experiences to help women across Scotland to bring their business ideas to life, or grow their enterprise.

Home Energy Scotland

Information on how business owners can support their staff to be more energy efficient at home.

NS Design - Scotland

Offers training and consultancy support to businesses in Scotland looking for help with all things digital.

Skills Development Scotland (SDS)

Scotland’s national skills body supporting businesses with skills development.

Scotland Food and Drink

Information and resources for food and drink businesses looking to grow.

People's Postcode Trust - Scotland

The aim of People's Postcode Trust is to support smaller charities and good causes in Scotland to make a difference to their community for the benefit of people and the planet.

Business Loans Scotland

Business loans from £25,000 up to £250,000 for businesses based in Scotland.

Construction Industry Training Board - (CITB) England, Scotland and Wales

A useful source of support offering training and provide knowledge workshops, set policies and offer guidance to enhance sector performance.

Scottish Development International - Invest and Trade Scotland

Are you looking for support to set up and grow your business in Scotland?

University of West Scotland

Business support services are available from the University of West Scotland.

Find Business Support Scotland

If you are looking for business support and financial services in Scotland, this simple finder tool can help you.

Business Gateway Scotland

Business Gateway offers free support and guidance to businesses across Scotland.

Sports Scotland - Sports Facilities Fund (SFF)

Grants for projects that will encourage and maximise sports participation in local communities.

Highlands and Islands Enterprise

Support available for businesses, social enterprises and communities, including events.

The Data Lab

The Data Lab is Scotland's Innovation Centre for data and AI.

Just Enterprise

Just Enterprise offer businesses in Scotland support for their not-for-profit organisation.

Apprenticeships.Scot

Support with apprenticeships from Skills Development Scotland.

Scottish Loan Scheme - Scottish Enterprise

Provides businesses based in Scotland finance to help businesses grow.

University of Aberdeen

Business support available from the University of Aberdeen.

mygov.scot

The Scottish government website, offering information, tools, and guidance on starting a business as well as a range of other topics.

NetRegs

NetRegs is a partnership between the Northern Ireland Environment Agency and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency.

Green Heat Innovation Support Programme

The GHISP supports innovation and capital investment that will accelerate the roll out and adoption of green heating solutions and associated products.

Energy Technology Partnership

Energy Technology Partnership (ETP) is the Scottish academic research pool in energy.

Firstport

Are you a social enterprise based in Scotland that is looking for help and advice?

Consumer Contracts Distance Sales - Faulty goods

A guide to the rights and obligations that arise when a trader supplies goods to a consumer.

The Robertson Trust

Match-funded grants for eligible charities in Scotland.

Royal Bank of Scotland - Business Builder

Digital tool designed to give you the right support for you and your business

University of St. Andrews

The University offers services to external organisations, businesses and the general public.

Get Ready for Business Growth

An Arts Council England funded programme designed to help creative businesses that are looking to grow.

Scottish Enterprise

A range of support, information, resources, events and more for businesses in Scotland.

Circular Economy Investment Fund

The Circular Economy Investment Fund is a funding opportunity for businesses, charities and social enterprises in Scotland working in all business and social economy sectors.

Scottish Venture Fund - Scottish Enterprise

Equity funding for businesses in Scotland to develop products and/or move into new markets.

Scottish Land Fund

Grant funding available to support community ownership in rural and urban Scotland.

Glasgow Science Centre

Glasgow Science Centre offers a unique event experience.

Regional Selective Assistance funding

RSA is a discretionary grant aimed at encouraging capital investment and job creation in Assisted Areas of Scotland

Pub is the Hub – Community Grants

Grants are available to enable rural pub owners, licensees, and local communities to work together to help support and sustain local services.

Business Finance and Support Finder

The government's business support and finance finder tool on gov.uk.

Glasgow City Innovation District

Could your business benefit from being located in the heart of Glasgow, within Glasgow City Innovation District?

National Funding Tools

Grants, Finance & Support Schemes - National Portals

Investment Zones

Plans for new zones to be created across the UK to form form knowledge-intensive growth clusters for business and research.

Aberdeen PatLib Centre

Aberdeen PatLIb Centre offers free information/ advice on how to best protect the intellectual property of your business.

Aberdeenshire Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

Dumfries and Galloway Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

Dundee City Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

Trade Fair, Training or Accreditation Grant - Argyll and Bute

The aim of the grant is to support business growth, by assisting with the cost of exhibiting at a UK or international Trade Fair, undertaking training, or gaining an industry accreditation.

New Start Fund: Renfrewshire

A £500 Growth New Start Grant

Invest Falkirk

Invest Falkirk outlines development opportunities in the area for businesses.

BRAG (Benarty Regeneration Action Group) Enterprises

BRAG is a social enterprise that offers workspace and business support resources.

Dumfries and Galloway College

Business support available from Dumfries and Galloway College.

Glasglow Girls Club

Are you a businesswoman based in or around Glasgow, and are looking to connect with like-minded business owners?

Invest Glasgow

Invest Glasgow offers support to businesses looking to start or grow in the area.

Tourist Accommodation Quality Grading Scheme

The TNI Quality Grading Scheme is designed to give visitors a clear idea of the standards of accommodation, service and cleanliness, which they can expect during their stay.

Single Use Plastics - Regulations for Packaging Producers

Information on the regulations that will apply to producers of certain types of plastic packaging materials.

Innovation Launchpads

Regional innovation clusters focussing on different sectors designed to help businesses to innovate and grow.

Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber of Commerce

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce offers a varied support programme to businesses that are looking to grow.

Dundee and Angus Chamber of Commerce

A business membership organisation supporting Dundee and Angus.

Angus Business Connections

Angus Business Connections provides free support to businesses in rural Angus.

City of Edinburgh Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

East Dunbartonshire Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

Angus Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

Clackmannanshire Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

Western Isles Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

Dumfries and Galloway Council’s Business Start-Up Grant

This is a discretionary grant open to applications from Parents/Carers of Children who intend to use self-employment as a boost to household income.

Business Start Up Fund – North Lanarkshire Council

The Business Start Up Fund (BSUF) offers funding for essential business purchases such as IT equipment, infrastructure, website design and stock costs.

New business start-up grant - Inverclyde Council

This discretionary fund can provide a grant to businesses that are starting to trade in the area.

West Lothian Council

A summary of the information, guidance, and support on offer to businesses by the local council.

Dundee Social Enterprise Network

Are you a new or growing social enterprise looking for support?

Argyll and Bute Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.

South Lanarkshire Council

A summary of what information, guidance and support is offered to businesses by the local council.