Scottish EDGE is Scotland’s largest business funding competition, supporting start-ups, social enterprises and charities with high-growth potential through a combination of grants, loans and wraparound support.
Since launching as a Community Interest Company in 2014, Scottish EDGE has supported more than 700 businesses and awarded more than £30 million in funding. The organisation has also contributed to the creation of more than 4,657 jobs, £812 million in additional turnover and £500 million in follow-on investment across the Scottish economy.
Backed by organisations including the Hunter Foundation, Royal Bank of Scotland, the Scottish Government and Scottish Enterprise, Scottish EDGE combines significant prize funding with relationship management, alumni support and business development opportunities. Its distinctive grant-and-loan structure has also enabled the creation of a self-sustaining revolving fund that supports long-term impact and reinvestment.
Building on a decade of operational success in Scotland, the organisation is now exploring opportunities to scale its proven competition methodology internationally, supporting entrepreneurial ecosystems in other countries and regions.
