Summary: A free 12‑month support programme for charities, social enterprises and community organisations in England that are considering securing social investment within the next three years.

Application deadline: 6 November 2026 (12 noon).

Funding available:

• • Match Trading Grant of up to £18,000, released as trading income grows.
  • Repayable Grant of up to £24,000 (average around £22,000), designed to help organisations move towards social investment.

Who it is for: Organisations that:

• • Have, or plan to have, social investment ambitions.
  • Have an existing trading model and plans to grow.
  • Need support to strengthen areas such as business development, financial strategy, governance, systems, sales, risk management and impact measurement.
  • Typically have an annual income of more than £100,000.

Support offered: Tailored learning and development, diagnostic support, peer coaching, investment surgeries, and opportunities to engage with social investors to improve investment readiness.