Trading for Good

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Trading for Good: Stockport

Skills, funding and a network so that you can generate more trading income and create community power in Stockport.

North West
November 30, 2026 – August 30, 2027
Duration: Up to a year
Deadline: July 29, 2026

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Trading for Good: Milton Keynes

Skills, funding and a network so that you can generate more trading income and create community power in Milton Keynes.

East of England
November 30, 2026 – August 30, 2027
Duration: Up to a year
Deadline: July 29, 2026

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Trading for Good: Community Business

Develop your community business's income and impact through a specialist programme of support and a Match Trading™ Grant.

England
October 1, 2026 – October 31, 2027
Duration: Up to a year
Deadline: April 29, 2026

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Trading for Good: Bury

Skills, funding and a network so that you can generate more trading income and create community power in Bury and Greater Manchester.

North West
November 30, 2026 – August 30, 2027
Duration: Up to a year
Deadline: July 29, 2026

About Trading for Good

Trading for Good is a five-year project, delivered by the School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE) in partnership with The National Lottery Community Fund – the largest community funder in the UK. Thanks to National Lottery players, almost £5 million has been awarded to provide funding, education and support to more than 650 social entrepreneurs and community businesses across England. 

Trading for Good is supported by Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, Power to Change, The Dulverton Trust and local partners. The programme will develop the social economy and generate community power by equipping participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to develop and grow projects that tackle social and environmental challenges.

Upcoming workshops

Instant booking for short, online, skills-based sessions.

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For Scaleups

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Impact Storytelling

Practical storytelling tools to help your impact-led organisation shape and share stories that inspire action — for fundraising, media and community engagement.

Online
March 16, 2026
More dates available
Duration: A few hours or less

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For Startups

Workshop

Introduction to Social Impact Measurement

A practical introduction to social impact measurement for beginners, helping you cut through the jargon and leave with a clear action plan to get started.

Online
May 7, 2026
More dates available
Duration: A few hours or less

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For Scaleups

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Sources of Funding for Charities and Social Enterprises

Explore a wide range of funding sources and leave with practical next steps to build diverse income streams for your organisation.

Online
March 31, 2026
Duration: A few hours or less

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For Scaleups

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Developing a Fundraising Strategy

A practical online course for people with some fundraising experience who want a clearer, more strategic approach to prioritising opportunities and building sustainable income.

Online
September 29, 2026 – September 30, 2026
Duration: Just a day or two (short, one-off)