Social Investment Scotland

Join us for the next round of Funding Socials, starting in Glasgow at The Robertson Trust on May 21, 2025! This in-person event is perfect for charity and social enterprise leaders seeking innovative ideas and connections to enhance income generation. Several funding organisations will be present to help you discover new investment sources. Jane Bruce, Founder of Brilliant Leaders, will facilitate the event, leading a group exercise to tackle current challenges and spark new ideas. With her extensive experience as a former charity/social enterprise CEO and accredited Executive Coach, Jane brings invaluable insights. Don't miss this chance to connect with peers and funders to achieve your impact goals. Find out more and sign up on our website: https://buff.ly/NuAtBLR #FundingSocials #SocialEnterprise #CharityEvent #IncomeGeneration #NetworkingEvent #SocialInvestment #LeadershipDevelopment #GlasgowEvents #ExecutiveCoaching #Impact

Ambitions 2025 is now open! This programme is here to empower social enterprise leaders with the skills, insights, and connections needed to thrive in today's economy. Whether you're looking to Step Up or Scale Up, Ambitions 2025 offers a blend of expert-led workshops, peer learning, and actionable insights. Gain the knowledge and tools to drive change in your organisation and community. If you're an emerging leader or a seasoned pro wanting to boost your leadership skills, Ambitions 2025 is your opportunity to grow and evolve. Join our facilitator, Rachael Arnold, along with Chloe Cannon and Ellis Beardsmore, for a transformative 16-week journey. Become part of a community dedicated to making a difference. 🔗 Apply today and start your journey to impactful leadership!  https://buff.ly/KKOy3WD #Ambitions25 #StepUp #ScaleUp #SocialEntrepreneurs

Last week our team took the time to get together for our 'Moments that Matter', covering a wide range of topics - including some of the team sharing their own childcare experiences and the challenges that it can bring. Thank you to The Robertson Trust for hosting.

We are thrilled to have provided a £250,000 business loan to a Sandwell-based joinery manufacturer, through the Community Investment Enterprise Fund, managed by Social Investment Scotland (SIS). The loan has enabled the customer to purchase the business, safeguarding 9 jobs and creating 2 new roles. We’re passionate about helping small businesses succeed. If you or a business you know needs funding, get in touch! https://lnkd.in/eU6zcTZ9 Lynn Wyke #SmallBusiness #Funding #Impact #SupportingBusinesses

Are you ready to take your leadership skills and business impact to the next level? Applications are now open for the Ambitions 2025: Supporting Leaders, Building Growth programme, proudly supported by the Postcode Innovation Trust. Why Join? Online Sessions: Flexible and accessible from anywhere. Peer-to-Peer Learning: Connect and grow with like-minded leaders. 121 Support: Personalised guidance to help you thrive. Expert Facilitators: Learn from industry experts like Rachael Arnold, Chloe Cannon, and Ellis Beardsmore. 📅 Programme Details: Duration: 16 weeks, starting Thursday, 8 May (Scale Up) and Friday, 9 May (Step Up). Focus Areas: Business strategy, customer insights, storytelling, commercial conversations, and balancing workload and wellbeing. 🔗 Apply Today: Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity! Applications are open until midnight on Friday, 25 April. Click here to apply - https://buff.ly/StZjCOa Find out more about Ambitions from our previous cohort via the video below. #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Impact #Ambitions2025 #ApplyNow

Susan Aktemel is providing safe and beautiful homes for people that really need them through Homes for Good. Read more about Susan’s story and Homes For Good’s impact here: https://lnkd.in/euNUPaFM #ScotlandsChangemakers #SocialImpact #Housing #SocialEnterprise

Join us for our next round of Funding Socials events, starting in Glasgow at The Robertson Trust on 21st May, 2025. This inspiring in-person event is designed for charity and social enterprise leaders seeking fresh ideas and connections to boost income generation. We will be joined by several funding organisations to support social enterprise leaders in discovering new sources of investment. The event will be facilitated by Jane Bruce, Founder of Brilliant Leaders, who will lead a short group exercise to help attendees think through current challenges and generate new ideas. Jane brings a wealth of experience as a former charity/social enterprise CEO and an accredited Executive Coach. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with peers and funders who can help you reach your impact goals. Find out more and sign up via our website - https://buff.ly/HcU2Qf5 #FundingSocials #SocialEnterprise #CharityEvent #IncomeGeneration #NetworkingEvent #SocialInvestment #LeadershipDevelopment #GlasgowEvents #ExecutiveCoaching #Impact

Throwback to one of the most popular videos of Q1 2025: Chris Sood-Nicholls sharing his passion for CDFIs, the support Lloyds Banking Group has provided through their historic investment of £43m for the Community Investment Enterprise Facility (CIEF), and additional grant support for the sector. Plus Chris talks about the British Business Bank's investment via the Community ENABLE Funding programme is positive, alongside JPMorganChase's Building Foundations, Accelerating Growth programme. https://lnkd.in/eMWmcYEy #CDFIs #ResponsibleFinance

At Social Investment Scotland Scotland, we believe that investing in leadership is key to building an impact economy. That’s why we’re supporting the Scottish Impact Investor Readiness (SIIR) Programme at Strathclyde Business School - a leadership course designed for senior leaders of social enterprises, purpose-driven SMEs and impact-led businesses. Delivered over six sessions, SIIR blends world-class academic research with practical business tools and peer-to-peer learning - providing space for leaders to step back, reflect and shape the future of their organisations. The programme is delivered in partnership with the The Scottish National Investment Bank as part of Strathclyde’s SME Growth Programme. If you're leading a business that’s driven by purpose, as well as profit, this is a brilliant opportunity to strengthen your leadership and scale your impact. Find out more & register your interest: https://lnkd.in/dpTGzvuW

Our key leadership programme, Ambitions 2025 is open! This innovative programme is designed to empower social enterprise leaders with the essential skills, insights, and connections to excel in today's economic landscape. Whether you're aiming to Step Up or Scale Up, Ambitions 2025 provides a unique mix of expert-led workshops, collaborative peer learning, and actionable insights. Participants will acquire the knowledge and tools needed to drive meaningful change within their organisations and communities. If you're an emerging leader or a seasoned professional seeking to elevate your leadership abilities, Ambitions 2025 is your chance to grow and evolve. Join our programme facilitator, Rachael Arnold, alongside Chloe Cannon and Ellis Beardsmore, for a transformative 16-week journey and become part of a driven community committed to making a difference. 🔗 Apply today and embark on the path to impactful leadership! https://buff.ly/KKOy3WD #Ambitions25 #StepUp #ScaleUp #SocialEntrepreneurs