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Unboxing Business for the Voluntary & Charitable Sector

Future-proof your Non-Profit


Social Enterprises, Charities, and Voluntary Sector Organisations play a vital and significant role in our society, offering services and assistance to those most in need within our communities.

Research such as that by Herefordshire County Council, signals that the VCSE Sector is encountering a difficult financial landscape with core funding in particular being more fragmented and challenging to secure.

Business Unboxed is on a mission to support VCSEs to build sustainable sources of earned income.

 

Entrepreneurship for VCSEs

Too many funding 'eggs' in one basket?

To address current funding challenges, VCSE organisations can seek to diversify their income streams through the creation of micro- and small-businesses that are tailored to, and in tune with their mission and capabilities.

At Business Unboxed, our specialism is in supporting Start-ups and Small Businesses to grow and deliver. We understand what it takes to develop an idea, create a viable business plan and to put those plans into action. We can provide support, training and additional expertise where needed to fill gaps and enhance sustainability.

A great first step is to explore opportunities that exist for your organisation and get an assessment of your organisations readiness to start a business venture.

Here's how we can help:

Our Assessment Service will help you to assess your goals, opportunities and readiness to diversify your income streams through the creation of business ventures aligned to your organisational goals.

Three Steps to Success:

  1. Initial Assessment Questionnaire
  2. Assessment Interview
  3. Report and Action Plan
"..most of the VCSE sector’s income comes from its amazing capability to raise donations from the public, win grants from government bodies and do trade with the public, government and businesses through contracts for services or sale of products that bring social value. "
Sam Magne, Knowledge and Learning Manager at The National Lottery Community Fund

VCSE Entrepreneurship Training

We also provide self-study and in-person training to fill knowledge & skills gaps with everything you need to build reliable earned income for your Non-Profit

Module One

1

Business Development & Planning

Participants will learn strategies for business growth, develop actionable business plans, conduct financial reviews, and explore ways to measure their organisation’s impact. By the end of the module, attendees will have drafted an action plan tailored to their organisation’s needs.

Module Two

2-1

Marketing & Communications

Focusing on creating effective marketing strategies, digital engagement, social media, and stakeholder communications, participants will build marketing plans designed to improve outreach and visibility, tailored to their target audiences.

Module Three

3-1

Diversification of Income Streams

This module covers the essentials of grant funding, earned income opportunities, and commissioning. Participants will explore how to create sustainable income streams, concluding with an action plan to diversify their organisation’s funding sources.

Book your course

Online Self-Study Course

£99

  • Flexible self-study course
  • Learn from experienced entrepreneurs
  • Downloadable resources and guidance notes
  • Structured online learning programmne
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In-house delivery

£2800

  • Face-to-face delivery at your premises/venue
  • Group session for up to 20 people
  • Options to tailor and extend the workshop 
  • Three-day onsite training course
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Your Workshop Facilitators

Jasmin Appleyard

Jasmin Appleyard

Business Coach and Founder
With over four years of running Business Start-Up courses, Jasmin is all about practical, no-nonsense support. Specialising in Sales and Marketing, she’s coached and mentored countless entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the challenges of starting and growing a business. Whether you need tailored strategies or just a bit of guidance, Jasmin’s got the expertise to get you moving in the right direction.
Jude Sach

Jude Sach

Business Coach and Founder

With over 15 years of experience in Business Support Services, Jude brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. As a seasoned tutor and instructional designer, she’s helped countless businesses grow and thrive. Recently recognised as a Finalist for ERSA Frontline Advisor of the Year 2023, Jude’s passion lies in offering real-world, tailored advice that helps people and businesses achieve their full potential.

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Testimonials

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Tom Arkle, Programme Manager, Southern Housing