The fund provides both loans and grant packages to help community and social enterprises to start-up, become sustainable, or grow. They also provide support to help our investees have the best possible chance of success.
Eligible applicants will be businesses and social enterprises:
Investment can be from £5000 to £300,000 with a range of terms.
Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University
Chesterfield Borough Council
Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University
16th September 2026
9:30am - 11:30am
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