North East Enterprise Agency Limited: Business with Purpose (BWP) programme

The programme provides an holistic offer which could support a potential social entrepreneur right through their journey: from ideation, through business, market and financial planning, to support to establish the business. A small grant fund is available to assist with start-up costs where these would otherwise prevent the business from starting.

Once established, the programme can support Socially Trading Organisations (STOs) wishing to grow, with strategic and operational management, income stream identification and diversification, securing investment and taking on staff. 

What the programme covers

Support available includes workshop provision and one-to-one support from business advisers experienced in working with socially trading organisations, or those who wish to start one. Assistance will also be available to apply for the start-up grant where relevant.

Who can apply

Individuals living in, or existing STOs based in, Gateshead and the North of Tyne area (Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland) are eligible to access this support.  

Contact

Sue Parkinson
07833 741287
sue@s-parkinson.co.uk
www.neeal.co.uk