Demystifying Social Investment
Thinking about social investment but not sure where to start?
Join the Growth Impact Fund for a practical, one-hour webinar designed to demystify the world of social investment and help you understand whether it could be the right tool for your organisation’s growth.
About us
GIF is a social impact fund brought to you by Big Issue Invest and UnLtd. Our mission is to invest in organisations led by people with lived experience. Since launching, we have invested almost £4M in 14 social purpose organisations across the UK, and 62% of them were new to investment.
Who is this session for?
This session is perfect for charities, social enterprises, community organisations, and founders who are exploring new ways to fund and scale their impact. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or actively preparing for investment, you’ll leave with clearer insight, practical next steps, and space to ask your questions.
What will you learn?
1. A clear, jargon-free overview of social investment.
2. About the Growth Impact Fund (GIF): who we’re designed for, the types of investment we offer and what we look for in organisations considering applying.
3. Investment-Readiness Support (TA): An overview of the grant that GIF offers to organisations that need investment but require some work to qualify.
4. Live Q&A: Your chance to ask any questions.
5. Myths & Tips: We’ll address common misconceptions and provide practical advice for early-stage or growing impact-led organisations.