Social Innovation Challenge 2026 | Expressions of Interest Close 20 July!

8 Jul 2026

Expressions of interest are now open for the Social Innovation Challenge 2026!

If you’ve got an idea to tackle a big social issue in Scotland, the Social Innovation Challenge (SIC) is your chance to access £30,000 in grant funding and tailored support to bring it to life whilst creating lasting impact.

They are looking for social entrepreneurs who are:

• Eradicating child poverty: innovative ideas which help the families of children living in deep poverty increase their long-term wellbeing and economic resilience
• Growing the economy: projects providing innovative routes to meaningful employment for individuals facing significant barriers
• Tackling the climate emergency: projects proposing innovative ways of reducing reliance on fossil fuels or delivering regenerative environmental solutions
• Ensuring high quality and sustainable public services: ideas that alleviate pressure on essential services by offering support to those who need it most, through innovative means. 

One winner will receive a £30,000 grant and a package of tailored support. Two other finalists will receive £10,000 each.

Expressions of interest close Monday 20 July!

Find out more about the Social Innovation Challenge here.