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Online workshops

Our workshops help you develop the skills you need to progress and create change. They typically last a day or a couple of days.

  • Writing a Successful Funding Application

    Delivered: Online

    Who it's for: An introductory course aimed at people who would like to learn some of the core principles for writing successful grant and funding applications.

    In a nutshell: This bid writing course for charities and social enterprises will guide you through the steps that you need to take to make your organisation’s funding and grant applications more successful.

  • FREE webinar: Building your social brand

    Delivered: Online

    Who it's for: Anyone based in London.

    In a nutshell: Establish who is going to benefit from your project, who will pay for its services and the needs of these people. Learn how to measure and prove the project’s success.

  • Creating a Theory of Change

    Delivered: Online

    Who it's for: Anyone looking to bring the strategic lens of theory of change to their planning or evaluation. If you have an existing project, the course will offer the opportunity to map out your theory and gain feedback.

    In a nutshell: This workshop will explore what a theory of change is, how to construct one and best practice in conducting robust qualitative research.

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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.

  • London Health Accelerator for Social Enterprise

    Delivered: London

    Who it's for: Senior leaders working in or seeking to work in London’s health and life sciences sector

    In a nutshell: This 10-week intensive programme equips participants with the necessary skills, mentorship, knowledge and connections to grow and scale their social enterprise while tackling health inequities in underserved communities

  • Government Contract Wins

    Delivered: Online for people living in a variety of locations across England

    Who it's for: Charities and social enterprises located in and delivering activities in England with turnover between £250,000 to £10 million wanting to improve their success at bidding for public sector contracts.

    In a nutshell: Four half-day workshops over six months in a cohort, covering opportunity mapping, bid writing, pitching and social value reporting.

  • RBC Brewin Dolphin Procurement Readiness Programme

    Delivered: Blended (online and offline)

    Who it's for: Established social enterprises looking to scale and secure bigger private and public contracts

    In a nutshell: Free support (online and in-person), £2,000 grant and supportive peer network

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VCSE Contract Readiness

A new programme to help charities and social enterprises bid for and win public sector contracts

  • Government Contracts Revealed

    Delivered: Online for people living in a variety of locations across England

    Who it's for: Charities and social enterprises located in and delivering activities in England who are interested in public sector procurement opportunities but have little or no experience of tendering.

    In a nutshell: Wondering about public sector procurement but not sure it’s for you? You might be surprised at the prospects. Start with this 90 minute introductory webinar – you’ll discover where to find government contracts, and how to bid for them.

  • Government Contract Ready

    Delivered: Online for people living in a variety of locations across England

    Who it's for: Charities and social enterprises located in and delivering activities in England with turnover between £100,000 to £10 million wanting to get contract ready and bid for public sector contracts.

    In a nutshell: Improve your prospects of winning public sector contracts. A one-day workshop plus self-guided online modules to support you in public procurement.

  • Government Contract Wins

    Delivered: Online for people living in a variety of locations across England

    Who it's for: Charities and social enterprises located in and delivering activities in England with turnover between £250,000 to £10 million wanting to improve their success at bidding for public sector contracts.

    In a nutshell: Four half-day workshops over six months in a cohort, covering opportunity mapping, bid writing, pitching and social value reporting.

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