UnLtd's mission is to reach out and unleash the energies of people who can transform the world in which they live. We call these people social entrepreneurs.
Level 2 Autumn 2010 Applications Open
The autumn Level 2 applications has now launched across UnLtd’s Millennium Awards, HE Social Entrepreneurship Awards* and Better Net Awards programmes to find the most promising social entrepreneurs from around the country. Awards of up to £15,000 along with tailored support will be made across England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Level 2 Awards are open to individuals who need funding and support to develop their existing projects into long-term, sustainable ventures. We are looking for inspiring individuals who have innovative and entrepreneurial solutions to challenges facing communities, wider society and the world; those with the ambition, determination and drive to deliver their project and create positive social change.
An online application form is available for potential applicants to fill in, please refer to the links below.
The deadline for applications is Friday 24th September 2010 at 12 noon.
For further information on Level 2 Millennium Awards, click here.
Are you a member of staff or a student within a Higher Education Institution? For further information on HE Social Entrepreneurship Development Awards click here.
*HE Social Entrepreneurship Awards are only available in England.
Got an innovative project using the internet? For further information on Better Net Level 2 Awards click here.
Please note you may only apply for one Level 2 Award.
MADE In 48 Hours Event
When: 10th – 11th September
Where: Sheffield Hallam University
Come and meet UnLtd at the MADE in 48 hours event presented by School For Start Ups. The two-day event is a unique and intensive bootcamp for small businesses that want to grow and grow fast. Delegates will be immersed in techniques to leverage the internet to accelerate their growth, lower costs and increase profits.
UnLtd will be on hand at the event in the exhibition area at the Heartspace of the Atrium to offer information and advice to social entrepreneurs.
There are a limited number of discounted tickets available to social entrepreneurs, click here to buy tickets or for more information.
SocialFuture: Time For People Powered Solutions
At a time of great economic and social pressures in the UK, we need social entrepreneurs more than ever. So how can the new Government best enable and support them? How can we best design the support services from start up through to social investment stages? And how can we engage communities, business and other agencies in supporting the people who want to improve the world in which they live?
SocialFuture is the programme UnLtd has developed to help answer these questions. It is a unique project driven by social entrepreneurs, support agencies and Government advisors. The Venture Society is the new report from Respublica commissioned by UnLtd.
To read up on the big new ideas for future support to social entrepreneurs – and contribute your ideas and views, go to: SocialFuture: Time For People Powered Solutions
'Social Entrepreneurs: The Facts'
UnLtd is celebrating its support to over 1,000 entrepreneurs a year with the launch of a series of findings 'Social Entrepreneurs: The Facts'. The latest statistics show that 89% of individuals supported by the organisation feel able to create positive social change. Of these, 97% felt that was as a direct result of running their venture supported by UnLtd.
This Findings Paper provides a unique insight into start-up entrepreneurs supported by UnLtd, detailing who they are, their work and the social impact they have. It demonstrates how an investment in the individual and their practical solutions to the problems they face generates a ripple effect with the potential to create significant and lasting social change.
To view 'Social Entrepreneurs: The Facts', click here.
'Leading Social Change' Manifesto
The Social Entrepreneurship Policy Group (SEPG), consisting of the School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE), UnLtd, Ashoka, Changemakers, Community Action Network (CAN) and Training for Life have published 'Leading Social Change: A Social Entrepreneurs Manifesto'.
The manifesto was created with a view to more fully representing the needs, interests and solutions of social entrepreneurs, advocating in partnership on behalf of those individuals, and to work closely as practitioner organisations to support such individuals.
Please visit: www.se-manifesto.org.uk to download a copy of the manifesto and engage in the conversation.
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The Autumn Level 2 competition is now open for applications across UnLtd’s Millennium Awards, HE Social Entrepreneurship Awards, and Better Net Awards programmes until 12noon on Friday 24th September 2010.
The Awards of up to £15,000 are given to individuals with an existing and scalable project which offers innovative entrepreneurial solutions to some of the biggest challenges facing their community, the wider society and the world.
Previous recipients of the Award include Trabasack, Enabled By Design, The Choir With No Name, Pants To Poverty to name but a few!
An online application form is available for potential applicants to fill in.
Please click here for more information.
The UnLtd 4iP Challenge is on!
As the UK becomes increasingly connected through digital technology and social networks, UnLtd and Channel 4’s digital investment fund 4iP are challenging the British public in their search for the 50 best digital ideas. These ideas should be bold and ambitious and incorporate the digital and mobile environment through websites, mobile applications and games.
The UnLtd 4iP Award aims to use the constantly connected aspect of the Internet and mobiles to improve the health and well-being of the UK by focusing on positive body image and healthy food habits. Each Award Winner will receive up to £5,000 to develop their idea or prototype and place them firmly on the path of social entrepreneurship.
Click here for more information
The Guinness Bring It To Life Awards with UnLtd and Rathbone are open to applications from people aged 25 – 35 who have a brilliant urban regeneration idea that will make a difference to their local community. Successful applicants will receive their Award through UnLtd and will have access to funding, training and volunteer support from Rathbone and Diageo Great Britain to bring their social venture to life. The Awards honour Arthur Guinness’ commitment to supporting local communities.