Join BD Giving and the Growth Impact Fund for an informative session on social investment and what it means for your business.
This event will cover:
- What social investment is and how it differs from traditional funding
- Common myths about debt and investment
- Understanding if investment aligns with your business goals
- Insights from real businesses that have secured social investment
- What investors look for in founders
Expect engaging discussion, practical case studies, and the chance to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs. There will be opportunities to ask questions, explore tailored support, and network with others interested in growth and impact.
Register now to secure your place!
The event will take place at 360 Workrooms, 48 Cambridge Road, Barking.
About GROW
GROW is an investment opportunity tailored to entrepreneurs making a positive impact in Barking & Dagenham. Participants get a £10,000 grant, group learning and one-to-one coaching, and access to an equity-free investment.
No prior experience with investment is needed – we’ll guide participants step by step as they develop the skills and confidence to take on investment and GROW their ventures.
We’re already backing local talent!
In 2023, 60% of applications were from Black-led ventures, and 70% from women-led enterprises. Everyone that took part was based in Barking & Dagenham. We already invested in 10 local entrepreneurs with two taking on investment.
Now we’re looking for 10 more entrepreneurs to take part in in GROW 2025.
About Growth Impact Fund
Growth Impact Fund (GIF) is a social investment fund, helping fast growth early-stage social businesses to grow their impact. It is a joint venture run in partnership with Big Issue Invest, and UnLtd.The Fund exists to make social investment better for founders from underrepresented backgrounds and their teams. Since launching in 2022, the Fund has invested in 11 social purpose organisations across the UK, who have collectively reached 65,000 people facing inequities in the UK.
