Free business accelerator - Hackney
Seeds Hub (part of Caritas Westminster)
Seeds Hub is a charity dedicated to supporting people facing social and economic inequalities in launching businesses with a positive social impact. Founded in Brent in 2018, we have a strong track record of helping founders turn ideas into successful ventures. Learn more about our work and the inspiring founders we have supported on our LinkedIn page.
Introducing our Hackney business accelerator
Building on our success in Brent, we are excited to launch our first business accelerator in Hackney in spring and summer 2025, in partnership with Bootstrap Charity. This pilot programme will provide hands-on support to social impact businesses.
Who can apply?
This free programme is open to social impact businesses of all types, including limited companies, community interest companies, social enterprises, sole traders, and charities. Businesses do not need to be based in Hackney to apply.
What the programme includes
- 12 weekly workshops covering business model development, finances, sales, customer acquisition and more. Workshops will take place on Thursday afternoons at the Bootstrap offices in Dalston
- One-to-one mentoring, including six tailored sessions with a dedicated business adviser
- Limited desk access at Bootstrap's coworking space in Dalston, available by advance booking
- Peer learning opportunities, allowing participants to connect and collaborate with a cohort of 20 businesses
Programme details
- Start date: 1 May 2025
- End date: 31 July 2025
- Cost: the programme is completely free of charge
Application deadline
The deadline for applications is Thursday 24 April at 5.00 pm.
Eligibility requirements
This programme is free of charge and all are welcome to apply.
Seeds Hub (part of Caritas Westminster)
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