Start Your Growth Journey

The West Midlands Social Economy Growth Programme

A free programme delivered by Enterprise Nation and Birmingham Enterprise Community to help early-stage social economy organisations in the West Midlands to develop the strong foundations they need to grow and prosper.

Applications are now closed. New opportunities will be announced soon.

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Virtual group sessions led by business experts

Get a free £2,000 grant for your business

Frequently asked questions

Any early-stage social economy organisation that's based in the West Midlands can apply to take part in this programme.

If you have any questions before submitting your application, please contact hello@enterprisenation.com.

The two partners have teamed up to provide free support for businesses that are looking to develop their knowledge and skills in applying for investment and public-sector contracts.

The team at BEC support business owners, start-ups and scale-ups by turning everything they've learned as entrepreneurs into invaluable lessons and services that help social enterprises leap further and faster from thinking big to doing great things with their business ideas.

Their knowledge and experience can involve anything from raising finance to building relationships to putting sustainability measures in place.

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and UK government are committed to inclusive growth to make sure all sections of society benefit. This investment recognises the important role that social enterprises, community businesses, co-operatives and charities play in addressing inequality.

WMCA is committed to helping grow these organisations so they can increase their impact and sustainability.

A social economy organisation is a 'not for personal profit' organisation which exists to improve disadvantaged communities, people and address social or environmental issues by using a business model to generate most or all of the funds they need.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply?

Why have Enterprise Nation and Birmingham Enterprise Community partnered up to deliver this programme?

What's the deadline for applications?

Who is Birmingham Enterprise Community (BEC)?

How can I make sure I receive the full grant?

Why are the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and the UK government funding this programme?

Will I receive the grant in cash?

What is a social economy organisation?