Fully-funded, wrap-around support for new and existing social enterprises across Westmorland & Furness (Eden, South Lakeland & Barrow). Work with a named adviser to strengthen your model, grow trading income and get investment-ready.
Our promise:
Identify strengths & weaknesses
Spot investable opportunities
Shape fundable proposals
- Register your interest → becx.carter@secumbria.org.uk
What you’ll get
- Tailored 1:1 advice with a practical diagnostic and a clear action plan.
- Investment & funding readiness — from cases for support to guidance/mentoring on completing applications.
- Routes to market — pricing, buyers, contracts and partnerships.
- Governance & risk — legal forms, boards, policies and compliance.
- Impact made practical — simple ways to evidence outcomes without heavy paperwork.
- Peer learning — connect with other leaders building social value across Westmorland & Furness
Cost: Free for eligible organisations thanks to local partner support. Total number of business assists are limited.
Who it’s for
- New social enterprises turning a community idea into a trading venture.
- Existing CICs, co-operatives, charities with trading arms and community businesses.
- Leaders aiming to stabilise, diversify or scale impact in Westmorland & Furness