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'Social enterprise - is it a good idea?' by Jean Barclay

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This guide for people working in charities explains how social enterprise can complement charitable work. Looks at types of social enterprise, customers, plus legal and financial viability.
Format: Accessible PDF download (33 pages, 1.2MB)

This report is written by Jean Barclay of the Cass Centre for Charity Effectiveness. It is primarily for charities thinking about social enterprise, but contains useful information for individuals thinking about social enterprise as well. The report covers:

  • Introducing social enterprise
  • What kind of social enterprise would be a good idea for you?
  • Understanding your customers
  • Understanding financial viability
  • How to ensure you are fit and legal
  • Learning from others
  • Next steps 

It also has two pages of useful resources for further research.

An essential starting point for anyone thinking about starting up in social enterprise.

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