Calling Sandwell social enterprises! This is the last chance for social enterprises in England to apply for a share in the £18.7m Social Enterprise Support Fund. The final round for applications closes this Thursday (17 September).

The Social Enterprise Support Fund was established in partnership by The National Lottery Community Fund and five social enterprise support agencies.

The scheme recognises that social ventures are facing huge challenges: the prolonged effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, an increased demand for services, a global recession and the end of short-term government support.

Recognising these pressures, the final round is open to organisations with an annual income of between £20,000 and £1.8m. It is offering grants of between £10,000 and £300,000.

You can learn about the fund and apply via socialenterprisesupportfund.org.uk.