The Fund invests between £250,000 and £2 million in community-based, locally-led organisations which are providing support and services to create positive change in their communities.
The Fund aims to improve the quality of life of local individuals, particularly those who are vulnerable and disadvantaged, and to enhance community engagement and cohesion by empowering people to develop locally-determined solutions to challenges and opportunities.
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Fund size
£20 million -
Big Society Capital commitment
£10 million
Key information
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Geography
UK wide -
Investment type
Enterprise debt -
Fund manager
Social and Sustainable Capital -
Investment status
Current -
Investment date
2014 -
Term
10 years
Impact
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Number of deals
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Number of organisations
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Average deal size
Sustainable development goals
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1: No Poverty End poverty in all its forms everywhere -
3: Good Health and Well-being Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages -
7: Affordable and Clean Energy Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all -
8: Decent Work and Economic Growth Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all -
11: Sustainable Cities and Communities Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
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