We are UnLtd. We know social entrepreneurs offer some of the best solutions to loneliness, community resilience and our nation’s long term economic, social and cultural health.
We are committed to 50% of our Awards going to Black, Asian and minority ethnic social entrepreneurs, and/or disabled social entrepreneurs across our funding programmes.
COVID-19 update
Right now, the COVID-19 emergency is having a dramatic affect on every facet of our lives, communities and economy.
During this pandemic we need hope, togetherness and trust, which amazing individuals and community groups are stepping up to provide. UnLtd will get behind these efforts by finding, funding and supporting social entrepreneurs throughout the UK who are serving our local communities and combating isolation.
We will also support social entrepreneurs whom we have invested in – who are already contributing so much to our society and economy - but have been most severely affected by COVID-19. UnLtd’s social entrepreneur investees are all SMEs and all serving vulnerable communities. We will get behind these social entrepreneurs and help them not just survive this crisis, but go on to thrive once more as our country recovers together.
Mark Norbury - UnLtd CEO
Visit our COVID-19 Information Hub for more.
Our focus areas
Building access to employment
We will create 3,000 jobs and training opportunities for people distant from the labour market.
Developing resilient communities
We will work with at least 30 underserved communities, unleashing the power of social leaders to transform where they live.
Solutions for an ageing society
We aim to find, fund and support innovative and sustainable solutions that can meet the needs of our ageing society.
Our tailored support
Funding
Our Awards come with funding to help you get started or get to the next stage of your journey. From £500 - £20,000, the funding might even simply help you to pay the bills.
Investment
If you're ambitious to scale your venture to create greater social impact, our ventures team can help find out if you are ready for investment. UnLtd offers investments from £50,000 either directly or through external partners.
One-to-one support
You'll work with one of our support managers. They'll provide support, offer coaching and advice, and act as your 'critical friend' to help you achieve your goals and become a stronger social leader.
Business and specialist skills
From marketing to finance, you’ll get the chance to build your business skills thanks to our experts and partners. We run workshops, learning sessions and accelerators to make sure you get the knowledge you need.
Understanding your impact
UnLtd can work with you and give you the tools to help better understand and measure the social impact you want to achieve. We'll then work with you to help you grow your impact and make a bigger difference.
Mentoring and pro-bono experts
We connect you with professionals who can provide specialist advice and help you develop. Our network of mentors and volunteers includes UBS, Sainsbury's, Debevoise & Plimpton, DLA Piper and Herbert Smith.
