This fund is positioned to give direct, intentional support to Black-led charities and social enterprises, empowering them to position their organisations for growth.

Do it Now Now is collaborating with City Bridge Foundation to deliver a cutting-edge enterprise development programme supporting Black-led charities and social enterprises delivering support to Black and Global Majority communities in London. 

It will offer 64 London-based Black-led charities and enterprises with £12,000 grant funding, bespoke support and £3,000 in compensated capacity building.

The aim is to help organisations build financial resilience and operational readiness, increase their chances of raising social investment and create a sustainable future.

There are three funding rounds to express interest in:

• Round 1: opens 8 November 2023, closes 10 January 2024 
• Round 2: opens 5 March 2024, closes 9 May 2024
• Round 3: opens  1 October 2024, closes 4 December 2024

The fund seeks enterprise projects that are able to solve a problem experienced within Black and Global Majority communities in London, while bringing in trading income for the organisation. 

It is looking for existing charities and social enterprises with a good track record of activity in the area of work they are seeking funding to support, a fantastic team of lived experience leaders, and a strong relationship with their community.

For more details, visit the Do It Now Now Innovate Now website.