Support Underserved Young Founders in Paisley

Aim

We're aiming to raise crucial funds that will go into supporting young people & our charity's operations at our Paisley, Renfrewshire.

For over 25 years, Launch It has supported young people from underserved communities to start and grow their own businesses. We’ve helped more than 12,000 young people turn ideas into income — from streetwear brands and cafés to tech and creative start-ups.

Based in a shop row of modern, sustainably refurbished studio office and shop spaces, Launch It Paisley Start-Up Street supports young people across Renfrewshire to turn bold ideas into viable, future-focused businesses.

Rooted in Paisley, a town renowned for its rich textile heritage, iconic pattern design, and legacy of innovation, we champion the next generation of makers, founders and creatives. Through subsidised workspace, tailored training, mentorship and hands-on support, we empower local talent to grow and succeed, drawing inspiration from Paisley’s history of craftsmanship and entrepreneurial spirit to help shape a dynamic and inclusive economic future for Renfrewshire

Across our hubs, we transform empty or underused buildings into affordable, supportive workspaces where young people can launch their businesses. Through our two-year incubation programme, they receive practical training, mentoring, peer support and space to grow at a pace that works for them.

Many young people face barriers such as unemployment, lack of confidence, limited networks or nowhere affordable to work. Launch It removes these barriers and supports young entrepreneurs to build sustainable futures.

Your support helps us provide:

• Affordable workspace in our enterprise centres
• Expert mentoring, training, access to funding and business advice
• Long-term, wraparound support for young people facing multiple barriers

With your help, young people build skills, confidence and financial independence while breathing new life into neglected spaces and strengthening local communities.

Your donation will go a long way in funding our day-to-day work with young people across our enterprise centres and programmes.

Donate today and help young entrepreneurs build futures they choose.

This JustGiving page is specifically dedicated to supporting our Paisley hub. You may access our other pages if you want to support our other London & regional centres.

This project closed unsuccessfully on 25th June 2026