Company limited by guarantee

Birmingham Supported Living 2010

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A group of people in the middle of the road in a park posing for a picture

Birmingham Supported Living (2010) provides accommodation and support for people who suffer from mental health issues, learning disabilities, physical conditions, autism and asperges. Its mission is to provide homes that are safe and supported and to provide care that enhances the quality of life for residents, who are generally seeking long term homes and support.

Duration
4 Years
Cost of capital
6.75%
Turnover
1.2m
Investor Details
Big Issue Invest
Amount invested
£220k
Year of Investment
2021
Product type
Secured loan

Brilliant Healthy Smiles

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Brilliant Healthy Smiles - Dr Fraz

Brilliant Healthy Smiles is founded by Dr Fraz and is a social enterprise based in Bradford, West Yorkshire. As the first of its kind, it operates as a dental clinic that follows NHS pricing structures without being part of the NHS. This innovative model will make dental care more accessible for individuals facing financial hardship. Furthermore, it will allow access to thousands of patients who cannot register with an NHS dentist due to lack of availability.

Duration
10 years
Cost of capital
0%* (Shariah Compliant)
Turnover
Pre-revenue – projected to be around £620k in the first 12 months of trading
Investor Details
Key Fund
Amount invested
£225,000 (205K loan + 20K grant from Bradford Impact Fund + 57.175K from Dr Fraz)
Year of Investment
2025
Product type
Blended – part grant, part loan

Doncaster Housing for Young People

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a group of women painting plant pots

Since 1993, Doncaster Housing for Young People (DHYP) supports individuals aged 16-25 who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or inadequately housed, helping them overcome disadvantage so that they can fulfil their potential and have a brighter future. 

Duration
42 months
Cost of capital
8%
Turnover
£393,571
Investor Details
Homeless Link
Amount invested
£84,000 (£67,200 loan/£16,800 grant)
Year of Investment
2020
Product type
Blended – part grant, part loan

Chocolate Films

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A small group of people sits in a studio, attentively listening to two individuals engaged in a discussion. The setting includes professional lighting equipment, a green screen, and a projector, indicating a media or film-related event. The "Chocolate Films" logo is faintly visible on the white backdrop.

Chocolate films is an independent, full-service video production company. They are an international agency based in London and Glasgow, with global partners and satellite offices in the EU and US. They make content with impact – from promo videos to documentaries, animations to event films, and more. 

Duration
4 years
Cost of capital
7.5%
Turnover
£160,000
Investor Details
Big Issue Invest
Amount invested
£127,500 loan (+£22,500 grant)
Year of Investment
2022
Product type
Blended – part grant, part loan

Resultery Projects Cymru

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Football pitch at Resultery Projects Cymru

Resultery Projects Cymru is a sports facility in Bettws. They provide a space for the community to enjoy a range of activities from sports clubs, dance to community gardening.


Cyfleuster chwaraeon ym Metws yw Resultery Projects Cymru. Maen nhw’n cynnig lle i’r gymuned wneud amrywiaeth o weithgareddau, o glybiau chwaraeon a dawns i arddio cymunedol.
 

Duration
1 year
Cost of capital
7% dropping to 6% after completion of climate change planning and Real Living Wage accreditation
Turnover
£nil - start up
Amount invested
£265,000
Year of Investment
2022
Product type
Unsecured loan (incl. overdrafts)

Grace Enterprises

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Grace Enterprises

Grace Enterprises run diverse social enterprises which employ and support people who would otherwise struggle to find and keep a job. Through a commercial cleaning company (Radiant Cleaners), a marquee hire company (Jubilee Events) and a biscuit-making company (Half the Story), they make a positive impact on those individual lives and to society at large.  

Duration
5 Years
Cost of capital
7.5%
Turnover
£181,000
Investor Details
Social Investment Business
Amount invested
£60,000
Year of Investment
2024
Product type
Blended – part grant, part loan