In the world of social impact, leadership isn’t just about managing people and resources; it’s about owning the challenges, embracing the solutions, and having a relentless passion for change. It’s about being an authentic leader. My Journey in the Social Impact Arena I’ve always been deeply rooted in the social enterprise sector, but my journey…
A Core Subject for Social Entrepreneurs Just as students return to school to sharpen their foundational knowledge, social entrepreneurs should embrace the opportunity to enhance their financial literacy skills. Sound financial management is crucial for the success and sustainability of any social enterprise. In this article, we’ll delve into the essentials of financial literacy, covering…
Measuring and Reporting Your Progress Just as students receive report cards to track their academic progress, social enterprises should have their own “report cards” to measure and showcase their social impact. Effective impact measurement and reporting are not only essential for accountability but also for attracting funding and investors who are passionate about driving positive…
Grants, Loans, and Social Investment Just as students tackle different subjects in school, social enterprises face a wide array of funding options to navigate. Understanding the distinctions between grants, loans, and social investments is crucial for choosing the financial path that best suits your venture’s needs and goals. In this article, we’ll break down these…
A Back-to-School Guide for Social Enterprises As the UK summer comes to an end and leaves begin to change, it’s a time of renewal and reinvigoration, not only for students but also for social enterprises. To help you make the most of this season and secure the funding your social enterprise needs to thrive, we’ve…
…a theory of change! As an England Rugby fan, you’re used to being on a roller coaster of emotions…but over the last couple of years, the lows have been low and the highs few and far between. To be honest, since we won the World Cup in 2003, we have flattered to deceive and certainly…
A clear articulation of how your organisation, service, project or programme creates change…singularly the most important peice of work you will ever undertake… Jon Rolls In an ideal world, your Theory of Change (TOC) is something you will develop before anything…it is your guiding light…the compass that ensures you are on true north…and it should…
Client Spotlight: The Wildings School Founder: Mike Rees-Lee, 18 years in education and a senior leader at a number of special schools Focus: Disadvantaged #Youngpeople who have been excluded from mainstream Mike and his team make a huge difference in young people’s lives…The Wildings focuses on supporting young people who have been excluded from mainstream…
Client Spotlight: Eolas+ Founder: Former rugby pro, Eoghan Grace Focus: Healthy lifestyles and knowledge through #sport Eoghan and his team make a huge difference to young people’s lives…working in schools across the SW and providing #summercamps, #Eolasplus work with thousands of youngsters every year, inspiring them to get active and learn about #healthylifestyles… Eoghan has…
Welcome to our fortnightly news…This week is a Social Investment Special! *Social Investment Explained*Community Shares Booster Fund*Crowdfunding*Thrive Together Fund*Arts & Culture Impact Fund*Big Issue Invest*CAF Venturesome*Social & Sustainable Capital*Social Investment FREE Guide *and more…. Social Investment Explained |Social investment comes in many different forms…from crowdfunding, so debt and equity and community shares…here’s a great resource explaining…