Unlocking Social Investment

Unlocking Social Investment is a practical morning conference for charities and social enterprises looking to access repayable finance for capital and revenue projects. Join peers and sector experts at the Maidstone Community Support Centre to learn how social investment can fund buildings, equipment, service development and long term growth across Kent.

Speakers include representatives from Charity Bank, Kent Community Foundation and Eastside People, with sessions that explain the full journey from preparing an application to managing funds once received. Carolyn Sims, Director of Lending at Charity Bank, will outline what lenders look for and how to present your case clearly. The programme is aimed at trustees, CEOs, finance leads and project managers from organisations at any stage of exploring social finance.

Delegates will gain practical guidance on eligibility, due diligence, repayment models and how social investment sits alongside grants and donations. There will be opportunities to ask questions, make connections with lenders and support organisations, and leave with clear next steps to develop stronger funding plans. Whether you are planning capital purchases or expanding services, this focused event will help you understand the options available and how to increase your chances of success.