Growth Hub launches programme of support for North Yorkshire Social Enterprises
Book your place today, full event list below!
York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub are proud to have launched a programme of support for Social Enterprises in North Yorkshire. Working with delivery partners Community First Yorkshire and Social Vision, the programme is designed to help North Yorkshire’s social enterprises to start, grow and prosper. It’s not too late to take advantage of this opportunity, sign up now.
Social Enterprises are a vital part of North Yorkshire’s economy, who also provide important social benefits through the work they do. This programme will draw on best practice to deliver bespoke support targeting the needs of our region’s social entrepreneurs.
Book your event today
When? Thursday 20 Feb 10:00am – 12:00pm (Knaresborough)
Where? Chain Lane Community Hub, Community Centre, 60 Chain Ln, Knaresborough HG5 0AS
This session will explore the different options and legalities, and provide the opportunity to work through different scenarios and real-life examples.
When? Mon 24th Feb, 10am – 11:30am
Where? Zoom
Sign up to become a Mentor or Mentee using the Google form on the page.
During the programme, you have the opportunity to be matched with an experienced social entrepreneur, trained as a mentor for this programme. You will work with your mentor to explore issues and opportunities, for your personal and professional development. The aim is to improve your confidence and resilience.
When? Wednesday 26 February from 4pm – 5.30pm
Where? Zoom
Join us on Wed 26th Feb to explore your social entrepreneur ambitions. We will talk you through the different elements of this support programme, including free workshops, network sessions, peer support and chance to apply for £500 seed funding. Meet the team and hear from fellow entrepreneurs.
When? Wednesday 5 March – 13:00-14:00
Where? The Street, 12 Lower Clark St, Scarborough YO12 7PW
So, you’re starting a social enterprise. What difference will this make? What is the problem you want to solve? How will you know if anything has changed. This session will introduce you to setting out your vision and measuring your impact, making sure you are having a positive impact on your community and providing a market solution to a social need.
When? Wednesday 5 March – 13:00-14:00
Where? The Street, 12 Lower Clark St, Scarborough YO12 7PW
As part of our Programme of Support for Social Enterprises, these networking sessions, hosted by Social Vision, will offer an opportunity for social entrepreneurs to meet, learn, and share with peers. Come along to network with others running local social enterprises and learn about the wider package of support available for social enterprises in North Yorkshire.
When? Wednesday 12th March, 9.30am – 12:00pm
Where? Harrogate
Starting a social business can be a challenging and rewarding experience. As part of our social enterprise support programme, we would love to invite you to join us to focus on peer support and peer learning – helping to build your confidence and resilience, as well as growing your network with other social entrepreneurs.
Stef and Dena are experienced facilitators who will be there to support you and your social enterprise. Spaces are limited so please do book on as soon as possible.
When? Thursday 20 March, 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Where? Whitby
What is a social enterprise? What is the best structure for your business? This session will explore the different options and legalities, and provide the opportunity to work through different scenarios and real-life examples.
When? Tuesday 25 March, 10:00am – 11:30am
Where? This session will be hosted on Zoom
What does sustainability mean to you? Financial, succession planning, environmental? This peer-led workshop will explore different scenarios, models and solutions.
When? Thursday 27 March, 1:30pm – 4:00pm
Where? Settle
• Explore ‘growth mindset’ – and challenging that can impact a non-growth mindset.
• Individual behaviours and patterns – do they recognise any changes needed?
• Explore attitudes, beliefs and values
• Study ‘5 ways to wellbeing’ – how can this be implemented in their lives?
• Inner voice – what does your say?
• Work life balance
When? Monday 31 March, 10:00am – 11:30am
Where? Tadcaster
Starting a social business can be a challenging and rewarding experience. As part of our social enterprise support programme, we would love to invite you to join us to focus on peer support and peer learning – helping to build your confidence and resilience, as well as growing your network with other social entrepreneurs.
Stef and Dena are experienced facilitators who will be there to support you and your social enterprise. Spaces are limited so please do book on as soon as possible.
When? Friday 4 April, 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Where? This session will be held over Zoom
Join us to look at different approaches to promoting your social enterprise and reaching the right audience. Including an introduction to social media tools and marketing materials.
When? Thursday 10 April, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Where? This session will be hosted on Zoom
Join us to look at financing and funding for social enterprises, with input from West Yorkshire Community Accounting Services and IDOX funding platform.
This programme is delivered in partnership with Community First Yorkshire and Social Vision, and is funded by North Yorkshire Council through the Shared Prosperity Fund. As such, programme is eligibility is limited to social enterprises based within the North Yorkshire Council area.
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