Funding Socials - Foundation Scotland's Social Investment Funds

05 Sept 2023, 10:30

  • Aberdeen and NE Scotland
  • Investment
  • Support

Funding Socials is an inspiring in-person event series designed for charity and social enterprise leaders looking for fresh ideas and connections to help boost income generation.

We highlight Foundation Scotland's social investment funds and how they could support your organisation, your business aims and future sustainability, and Chris Holloway, Head of Social Investment at Foundation Scotland talks through the various funding criteria.

You will also meet Aileen Longino, Social Enterprise specialist with Aberdeen Voluntary Action who works to connect, support, and promote local volunteers, charities, community-led organisations, and social enterprises.

We also introduce Leona McDermid, CEO of Aberdeen Foyer, who shares her experiences of developing new income streams including taking on social investment.

Session Format - 1.5 hour session followed by 1 hour light lunch

  • 10.30-10.40 Welcome and introductions
  • 10.40-11.00 Leona McDermid, CEO Aberdeen Foyer
  • 11:00-11.30 Small group exercise facilitated by Jane Bruce, Brilliant Leaders
  • 11.30-12.00 Q & A with Chris Holloway, Foundation Scotland and Kieran Daly, Social Investment Scotland
  • 12.00-13.00 Networking lunch