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The Melting Pot is Scotland’s Centre for Social Innovation. An inspiring community of people striving to make the world a better place.

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Coworking

Through coworking, collaboration and learning, we develop our members, support their businesses and amplify their social impact.

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Social Innovation

Social innovation is the creative process of addressing societal challenges, fostering positive and sustainable change in communities and people’s lives.

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Partnerships

We are seeking new strategic partnerships across Scotland to enhance the impact of our incubator, events and coworking space.

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We’re one of the oldest coworking communities in Europe! Share a workspace with an inspiring community of people striving to make the world a better place.

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We help you turn a good idea into a sustainable businesses or project. Developing the skills, knowledge and networks you need to thrive.

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We provide tools, guidance and expertise to place-makers, councils and businesses interested in establishing, managing and optimising spaces.

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Friday, 15 November 2024

Good Ideas: Camp

Got a brilliant idea for social or environmental change? Join us at Good Ideas: Camp to kickstart it! Whether you're an early-stage innovator or just passionate about making a difference, this is your chance to explore and test your idea's feasibility. You'll get a 3-hour hands-on workshop, design thinking methodology, networking opportunities and more.

Take the first step to catalysing your idea

Resources
October 16, 2024
Buy Social Fair 2025 – Vendor & Sponsorship Opportunities
We are delighted to announce that The Melting Pot will be hosting a Buy Social Fair in March 2025! So now we're on the lookout for incredible vendors to hire a stall, and some fabulous sponsors to support the event.
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September 24, 2024
Funding Your Social Business
Navigating the world of funding can be tricky for social businesses – especially if you’re new to the sector and don’t know what’s available. In this blog, we cover some of the basics of fundraising and signpost you to further helpful resources.
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June 10, 2024
Bridging Communities Event Report
Trust, collaboration, change: Three (not so) simple steps to uniting Scotland’s business ecosystem.

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Welcome

The Melting Pot is Scotland’s Centre for Social Innovation. An inspiring community of people striving to make the world a better place.

Coworking

Through coworking, collaboration and learning, we develop our members, support their businesses and amplify their social impact.

Social Innovation

Social innovation is the creative process of addressing societal challenges, fostering positive and sustainable change in communities and people’s lives.

Partnerships

We are seeking new strategic partnerships across Scotland to enhance the impact of our incubator, events and coworking space.

Friday, 15 November 2024

Good Ideas: Camp

“I’ve been coming to The Melting Pot for a few years now… It’s a great community here: lots of very interesting people doing very worthwhile things. But, also, plenty of space to get your head down when you want to.”

“The Melting Pot has enabled me to work remotely without feeling isolated. It has also given me confidence and connections to take up some freelance work as the next step in my career.”

“Being part of the The Melting Pot network is invaluable. I've never before been in a space where I've met so many people with similar values working across such a range of interesting areas.”

“Being at The Melting Pot has been transformative for my mental health. As someone who lives by themselves, it’s made a massive difference being able to chat to people.”

“I come into The Melting Pot 2 to 3 days a week. I really like coming in because it means I don’t have to work by myself in my flat, the space is really sociable and everyone’s really lovely. It’s a great opportunity to share ideas as well.”

“I have a team of about 4 or 5 that come in on a daily basis. And I must admit, it’s really been a godsend. There’s plenty of space to break out in… and the staff here have really helped us be quite flexible with people coming in, coming out.”

“The staff are very friendly, helpful and efficient, and there is a general atmosphere of productivity throughout the building without it ever feeling remotely corporate or clinical.”

“The Melting Pot is ideal for us. Its central location is great for receiving visitors; the desk spaces are well thought-out, clean and easy to access; there is a great choice of meeting room spaces - and the app is so easy to use, booking in visitors or rooms is a breeze.”