Business Grants
Verified source: gov.uk — Business finance supportLast verified 28 Jun 2026Big Issue Invest - UK
Big Issue Invest helps social enterprises and charities by providing loans and investments.
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Key facts
- Funding amount
- £20,000 to £4 million
- Deadline
- Rolling – no fixed deadline
- Region
- UK-wide
- Business type
- Charities & non-profits
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Plain English summary
This opportunity offers loans and investments to established social enterprises and charities that have been operating for at least 24 months. Businesses can apply for funding ranging from £20,000 to £4 million to support their operations and growth.
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Who this is best for
- Charities & non-profits
- Organisations based in UK-wide
- Projects aligned with business grants
- Teams seeking funding around £20,000 to £4 million
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- For-profit companies without a charitable purpose
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- Established social enterprises who’ve been operating for at least 24 months.
Official source
Funding body
gov.uk — Business finance support
Last verified
28 Jun 2026
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