My cohort
We would like to introduce the LaunchMe 2025 Spring Cohort!
We have 20 amazing social enterprises on board. Our Spring cohort is diverse and varied – we have a great mix of organisational structures, and a huge variety of sectors, activities, lived experience and social impact.
Anne Kerr
Ayrshire Food Hub is home to a café, farm shop, events space, meeting room, growing garden and development kitchen. Located in Irvine Valley, Ayrshire, we are a community-led group celebrating the very best of local produce and local talent. The Hub is a place that can inspire residents and improve health, well-being, employability, aspiration and community cohesion.
Ashley Scotland
Our vision is to provide men, women, and children who are affected by trauma with access to services that are inclusive and restorative that will promote healing, no matter where they are in the world.
Clair Simpson
Procrastination Station CIC, a non-profit organisation run for people with ADHD by people with ADHD in Scotland. We aim to provide adults with ADHD the information and support they require to thrive. In addition to the information on our website, we offer ADHD coaching, training, courses, and peer support.
Gina Lundy
We Are Wonder - Outdoor Learning
We are an outdoor learning community based in Glasgow for children, young people and their families. We envision a vibrant, consent-based culture where children and young people are free to express their individuality, direct their own learning and enjoy a profound connection with the natural world.
Simon Glendenning
Carraig Connections will be a series of connected heritage sites across the Carrick area of South Ayrshire. The first project will be in Kirkoswald making use of a former community building which will be turned into a local and visitor information centre. There will be exhibition space, retail, toilets and outdoor space. There will also be an Escape Room themed around a local woman from the past that will become a quirky income generator
Aiden Rusta
Flow Combat Sports CIC is a community-driven martial arts and fitness hub in Falkirk, dedicated to improving mental and physical well-being through accessible training in combat sports. Our mission is to create an inclusive space where people can grow in confidence, build connections, and access career pathways in sports.
Maryelen McPhail
Oshay's Centre: Advocating for Children's Voices
O'Shay's Brain Domains is a social enterprise dedicated to supporting neurodivergent individuals through tailored education, therapy, and community engagement. By reinvesting profits into innovative programs and resources, we empower individuals to thrive in learning and life. Our mission is to create an inclusive world where every brain is valued and supported.
Lisa Wright
This social enterprise barber shop offers a unique safe space creating a compelling business model that aligns financial stability with meaningful community contributions. By addressing social issues, embracing inclusivity, and diversifying revenue streams, our space can achieve sustainable growth while making a positive societal impact. A barber shop like ours could and should be available in every city & town in Scotland
Charlotte Aitchison
Weigh Greener is a Zero Waste Refill Shop in Lauder in the Scottish Borders. We offer an alternative, packaging free, sustainable way to shop, helping our community to reduce their personal waste and to live more sustainably. Many of us feel powerless against the effects of climate change. We empower individuals to make positive changes, showing that together, with one small act, we can all contribute to the fight against climate change, and that together we can make a difference.
Starkeeper Morton
At The Haven our mission is wellbeing for social change. We achieve this through our community wellbeing space, teaching garden and community fridges in heart of Stonehaven alongside providing community outreach. - Starkeeper is one of FP’s trustees.
Helen Carlin
We are a chargeable but not-for-profit organisation set up to help the elderly and disabled residents of Angus carry out repairs to their home by skilled, trustworthy reliable Small Repairs Officers. No job is too small- joinery, plumbing, electrical etc
Sasha Doyle
Powerhouse Climbing CIC [ICE FACTOR - Trip Advisor]
Powerhouse Climbing CIC is on a mission to reopen the world class ice climbing centre in Kinlochleven with a new focus on providing employability training, community space and climbing provisions to local residents.
Elana Bader
Darroch Nurseries is a social enterprise dedicated to growing native, local provenance trees in and for Scotland. We care deeply about nurturing the relationship between people, the land, and the health & wellbeing of both.
Jessica Thomson
Under The Trees - Outdoor Education
Under The Trees is an outdoor learning charity that provides inclusive learning opportunities for all. We work within our community, working with all age groups, backgrounds, and abilities. We look at the barriers that prevent our communities from accessing the outdoors and try to find ways to overcome these barriers.
Lia Jarvis
Polmont Playgroup was established in 1972, therefore has been operating for more than 50 years providing a valuable service to the community. The staff believe that learning should be fun and encourage the children in all activities providing opportunities to develop social, emotional and intellectual skills. Our range of activities encourage motor skill development, role play, language, counting, music and social skills.
Sam Henderson
Radical Weavers is a social enterprise that empowers communities through sustainable textile practices, blending traditional craft with modern innovation. By reinvesting profits into education, skill-building, and ethical production, we create economic opportunities while preserving cultural heritage. Our mission is to weave stronger, more resilient communities through creativity, collaboration, and sustainability.
Tom Kirby
Granton Community Gardeners: Local people growing, cooking and eating food together. We create and cultivate community gardens, host community meals and events, support anyone in the area who wants to grow food, and think creatively about how best to make sure everyone in our area is fed well. Granton Garden Bakery aims to provide an affordable and accessible source of healthy bread to our local community.
Ed McCardy
Corylus Horticulture is a CIC specialising in creating natural beautiful & sustainable gardens. We grow plants of local provenance in a sustainable way. We aim to launch a plant nursery this year and have infrastructure in place to host workshops at the site. We provide opportunities for young people to get involved in responsible horticulture by working in partnership with local schools and community groups. We give them the skills and confidence to be positive contributors to the climate challenges that we face today.
Saskia Singer
Founded in June 2020 by artist duo Robert and Saskia Singer, Narture began by repurposing empty town spaces for creative use. It thrives as a social enterprise, embracing the idea that "everyone is an artist" and fostering positive change. Narture aims to be an inclusive creative hub, making cultural participation accessible to all.