PNE Enterprise, NEN partner, has launched a new programme called the Social Enterprise Boost. It equips individuals or aspiring entrepreneurs, who want to make a positive social impact in their local community and beyond, with the skills and knowledge to launch a social enterprise or CIC.
PNE Enterprise, NEN partner, has launched a new programme called the Social Enterprise Boost. It equips individuals or aspiring entrepreneurs, who want to make a positive social impact in their local community and beyond, with the skills and knowledge to launch a social enterprise or CIC.
In launching a business with a social purpose, aspiring entrepreneurs can pursue their passion for a cause, but can also build a sustainable business that generates revenue while benefiting society.
Social Entrepreneurship is a powerful force for change as it:
- It creates new solutions to social problems: Social entrepreneurs are often innovators who develop creative solutions to problems that other organizations have not been able to solve.
- It empowers individuals and communities: Social enterprises often work directly with people in need, providing them with resources and opportunities that they might not otherwise have access to.
- It promotes sustainable development: By prioritising social and environmental impact over profit, social enterprises can help build a more sustainable future for all.
The Social Enterprise Boost (SEB) Fund aims to grow and sustain the social enterprise sector in local areas and demonstrate social enterprises’ impact on their communities.
SEB will offer a holistic approach to kick-start and accelerate social enterprises in South Tyneside and Sunderland. It will provide a combination of one-to-one support and coaching, group workshops and digital resources, and seed funding starting at £1K to stimulate, develop and grow social enterprise ideas that can positively contribute to the area.
The programme, will be delivered by a partnership between local agency Project North East (PNE) and Scotland-based grant funder Firstport. By bringing together their expertise in enterprise support, partnership building and grant management, the partners hope to enhance existing support, build new connections, and share learning.
It will be funded by the Department of Culture, Media, and Sport.
For more information please contact enquiries@pne.org
