Scottish Co-Investment Fund
Scottish EnterpriseScotland£100k – £10m
Who can apply
Scottish start-up, early-stage or growing companies with high growth potential that need investment to develop products or markets.
What it funds
The Scottish Co-Investment Fund (SCF) from Scottish Enterprise provides match-funding for Scottish start-up, early-stage or growing companies that are seeking investment alongside accredited co-investment partners. The fund is designed to address a finance gap and support your growth plans. Funding is available in amounts typically from £100,000 up to £2 million, as part of a total deal size that typically ranges from £200,000 up to £10 million. You’ll need to secure funding from one of Scottish
Last checked against the official source: 3 Jul 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.
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