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You can find other "Market with Meaning" but you definitely want to see "Profit with Purpose".
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Having trouble reading this newsletter? Click here to see it in your browser. You are receiving this newsletter because you signed up from our web site. Click here to unsubscribe.   14th September   On the website: News Events Tender Alerts Info Hub Enterprising Communities Send to a Friend Subscribe Archive   Welcome to this months newsletter. Contents of this Issue: British Science Festival in Bradford Kidz Aware Training Courses Harness the power in Bradford- A renewable energy workshop for Business and Communities Funding for Young People to Improve their Community ((UK) Community Radio Fund (UK) Footsey 1st March 2012 SEIF Capital Growth Fund Deadline 16th September Economic Summit Event: Wealthy Bradford 'working in collaboration for success' Social Enterprise Support Centre News   British Science Festival in Bradford This week is the British Science Festival in Bradford. One of the most exciting elements is The House of the Future. The house features examples of the latest technologies including low energy led lighting, rainwater harvesting and a photo voltaic panel array to generate electricity among other features for more information on the Science Festival please visit http://www.britishscienceassociation.org/forms/festival/events/showevent2.asp?EventID=699 Kidz Aware Training Courses Following on from their successful training courses earlier this year. Kidz Aware have received further funding to offer a range of courses at a reduced rate of just £10.00 per delegate per course this includes a buffet lunch.   Thursday 20th October BULLYING DISCRIMINATION AND RACISM AWARENESS Thursday 27th October 2011 DISABILITY EQUALITY  AWARENESS AND DISABILITY EQUALITY DUTY Thursday 3rd November 2011 UNDERSTANDING CHILDRENS BEHAVIOUR Thursday 10th November 2011 ADDRESSING THE BARRIERS AND KNOWING WHAT IS INVOLVED IN BRINGING UP A CHILD WITH A DISABILITY Why attend these courses?  Kidz Aware are very much aware of the issues of disabled children, their families and young people and what they face on a daily basis.  It is important that those who work with disabled persons parents/carers and young people gain the necessary skills to support these persons when dealing with Discrimination Bullying Racism and Legislation. From the parent/carers point these courses provide the skills and knowledge they need. It is hoped that by working in partnership with other delegates on these training courses, we can all start to Work Together to make a difference in the lives of these families and young people and make way for positive changes in the future. Kidz Aware are the only organisation that is peer lead by families of disabled children and provides training packages designed by families of disabled children which are delivered by experienced staff. There are only 30 allocated delegate places so book early to avoid disappointment. To book or for more information please contact Sabrina Archbold at sabrina@kidzaware.co.uk  or call 01924 385977. Harness the power in Bradford- A renewable energy workshop for Business and Communities Venue: City Hall, Bradford Date: Saturday 8th October Time: 9.00-13.30 Interested in green energy in Bradford? Then come along and find out what the opportunities are for producing renewable energy in Bradford and explore the options for setting up energy cooperatives in your community. • Find out about renewable energy technologies • What are the opportunities for renewable generation in Bradford • Information on developing energy cooperatives and investing in green technologies To book a place please email eccu@bradford.gov.uk  or telephone 01274 432229 Funding for Young People to Improve their Community ((UK) UnLtd, the charity for social entrepreneurs, is inviting young people between the age of 11 and 25, who have a passion and talent to change the world around them, to apply through Live UnLtd for a grant of up to £5,000 to start up their own business, sports teams, recreational groups and host events.  Live UnLtd will also offer support to help with the running of the project.  Applications are open to both individuals and small groups of young people.  For more details on how to apply please click: http://www.liveunltd.com/ Community Radio Fund (UK) The Office of Communications (Ofcom) has announced that the next round for funding applications for the Community Radio Fund will open on 19th October 2011.  The Community Radio Fund has been established to help fund the core costs of running a community radio station.  These not-for-profit radio stations have a social purpose and work to involve their target community in running the service.  Under the fund, Community Radio Stations are being invited to apply for funding to support their core running costs.  There is no upper limit of grant that can be applied for. Grants can only be made to community radio licensees ("Licensee") which are broadcasting under a community radio licence (and not an RSL, for example).  Grants awarded usually range from £5,000 to £17,000.  The closing date for applications will be 5pm on 16 November 2011.  For more information visit: http://stakeholders.ofcom.org.uk/broadcasting/radio/community-radio-fund/ Footsey 1st March 2012 Planning is underway for Footsey 2012. The Footsey trade fair is the key social economy event of 2012 and the largest social economy event in the UK.  Footsey 2012 is still leading the way for Social Enterprise and Social Entrepreneurs. Footsey links all sectors together and encourages and promotes co-operation, business to business trade, and sharing of expertise. For mor information and to book please visit  http://www.footsey.co.uk/.   SEIF Capital Growth Fund Deadline 16th September The Social Enterprise Investment Fund (SEIF) Capital Growth Fund is offering capital growth grants and loans of £12 million to social enterprises working in health or social care. The Social Investment Business, along with Local Partnerships, manages the SEIF programme on behalf of the Department of Health.   Until 16th September, they will be taking applications from health and social care organisations for capital grants and loans.  They will be awarding grants of £50,000 to £150,000 in value. Loans are also available if the organisation can show it is able to repay. Investments of over £150,000 will include a loan element.  The grants are available for – •Property or land purchase •Some fees relating to capital projects including solicitors, architects and surveyors •Property renovations and refurbishments • Purchase of vehicles •Equipment for delivery of services e.g. fixtures and fittings •IT equipment Organisations must be able to draw down and spend this funding by 31 March 2012. To find out more information and to download the application form please visit http://www.thesocialinvestmentbusiness.org/our-funds/seif/seifcapitalgrowthfund/ Economic Summit Event: Wealthy Bradford 'working in collaboration for success' Bradford Assembly Regeneration & Prosperity Forum is hosting the next Bradford district Economic Summit: ‘Wealthy Bradford’ on Friday, 18th November 2011, 8.30am – 12noon at Carlisle Business Centre, 60 Carlisle Road, Bradford, BD8 8BD. This is a cross sector event with inspiring speakers and the opportunity to engage, discuss and to formulate action.  Participants are invited from the Bradford business community, the voluntary and community sector and statutory agencies including Bradford Council. The focus of the day will be socio-economic regeneration and the opportunities for collaboration between partners.  The event will be followed by a buffet lunch and networking. Places are limited.  To ensure a balance of sector representation, please register your interest in the first instance by email to polly@cnet.org.uk For more information about the event please contact David Wilford (01274 689306) or Tony Dylak (01274 355600) - Regeneration and Prosperity Forum Co-Chairs. Back to top Summary     Useful Links Yorkshire Forward Supplier Contract Manager System Department of Health Social Enterprise Supply to Gov Supply to Health BlueLight   Have you seen our website recently?   The SESC website is full of useful information including up and coming events, news and tenders. This month we also have a new blog. Why not take a look? www.sesc.org.uk