Programmes

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Learn how to lead a social enterprise, small charity, environmental or community project

Programmes

SSE programmes are for people starting up or scaling projects that make a positive difference. You’ll be supported for up to a year.

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  • Social Economy West Accelerator Programme

    Delivered in: Bristol

    Who it's for: Leaders in the West of England who want to grow their organisation, scale their impact, and build access opportunities in the local social economy.

    In a nutshell: You’ll leave with a clearer vision, practical tools to drive growth, and a network of peers in the West of England.

  • Trading for Good: Bury

    Delivered in: A mix of online and offline

    Who it's for: Leaders of early-stage social enterprises, charity or social impact projects in Bury that plan to grow through trading.

    In a nutshell: Trading for Good: Bury gives you skills, funding and a network so that you can generate more trading income and create community power in Bury.

  • Trading for Good: Stockport

    Delivered in: A mix of online and offline, Stockport

    Who it's for: Leaders of early-stage social enterprises, charity or social impact projects in Stockport that plan to grow through trading.

    In a nutshell: Trading for Good: Milton Keynes gives you skills, funding and a network so that you can generate more trading income and create community power in Stockport.

  • Trading for Good: Milton Keynes

    Delivered in: A mix of online and offline, Milton Keynes

    Who it's for: Leaders of early-stage social enterprises, charity or social impact projects in Milton Keynes that plan to grow through trading.

    In a nutshell: Trading for Good: Milton Keynes gives you skills, funding and a network so that you can generate more trading income and create community power in Milton Keynes.

  • Women’s Enterprise Growth Programme 2026

    Delivered in: Blended (online and offline)

    Who it's for: Women aged 18-35 based in Liverpool or London

    In a nutshell: develop the skills, strengths and networks required to grow purpose-led enterprises and in turn create new jobs for underserved communities.

  • Trading for Good: Community Business

    Delivered in: A mix of online and offline, Midlands, north west, South East, South West

    Who it's for: Anyone in England with a new project or existing project with under £100k income.

    In a nutshell: Funded programme for people who want to improve their community.