Funding and Support for Social Enterprises from Big Issue Invest
Big Issue Invest helps finance the growth of sustainable social enterprises, charities and profit-with-purpose businesses that make a positive difference across the UK.
It manages a number of funds and projects including:
Impact Loans England
Big Issue Invest offers unsecured loans of between £20,000 and £200,000 to social enterprises and charities. Funding can be used for a variety of projects including working capital, buying equipment, business development and hiring new talent.
Growth Impact Fund
Big Issue Invest, UnLtd and Shift have created a new £25 million fund to address the structural barriers that social enterprises face. The Growth Impact Fund will provide loans, equity finance and equity-like investments with wrap-around support. Investments typically range from £50,000 to £1.5 million, and loans can be secured or unsecured.
Big Energy Saving Loans
Big Issue Invest provides finance for energy efficiency projects, such as insulation, door and window upgrades, and renewable energy installation. Loans from £20,000 to £200,000 are available.
