Archive for February 2023
BD Giving Notes #39 – “Thinking carefully about inclusion as we promote the GROW Fund‘’
We see the future of our borough as one where underrepresented groups have the same opportunities as others. We want to spread equity across the borough. Jack Webb As we continue to market the GROW Fund and spread the word about this fantastic opportunity in the community, we can’t help but think about all the…
Read MoreBD Giving Notes #38 – “The Double-edged sword of Representation and Visibility‘
While we advocate for representation, diversity and inclusion, I think we often forget the other edge of that sword; the clearer the visibility, the easier it is for bigots to have a face to attach to their hate. Adeshola Adejare As LGBTQIA+ history month ends, this blog is about the good and bad results that…
Read MoreBD Giving Notes #37 – “The death of Nuance‘’
Two things can be true at once. These same two things can be conflicting and in opposition. This is where understanding nuance comes in. A world which does not allow for nuance is not a world that accounts for experience or growth. Adeshola Adejare and Cameron Bray Communication without Nuance eliminates agency and the idea…
Read MoreBD Giving Notes #36 – “Reaching out to local businesses about the GROW Fund‘’
We have already started to adapt our outreach strategy to ensure that information about the GROW Fund is available in local community hubs, places of worship and local businesses on the high street. Adeshola Adejare On Monday 30 January 2023, we launched the GROW Fund. This blog is about how we reached local business owners…
Read MoreBarking & Dagenham Businesses set to GROW
A flagship new fund exclusively for businesses and not-for-profits has been launched in Barking and Dagenham. The fund includes a £25,000 grant, a FREE seven-month accelerator programme, and the chance to apply for further investment from some of London’s top social investors. The idea for the Fund came from a community steering group, mostly local…
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