On the first anniversary of the pandemic we are proud to release the Integrate Resilience Toolkit for charities and social enterprises

On the one year anniversary of the pandemic, we are proud to announce the launch of the Integrate Resilience Toolkit for charities and social enterprises supported by the Coronavirus Community Support Fund and developed through working with local Lambeth based organisations throughout the pandemic to remove barriers to their resilience. 

Since March 2020, Integrate has directly supported over 225 local Lambeth charitable organisations on a one to one basis to remove barriers to income generation and resilience. The Integrate Resilience Toolkit combines learning from all 225 organisations including four that are mentioned as case studies within the Toolkit. 

Integrate has supported us by identifying and scoping out funding opportunities through a funding pipeline approach. They have also provided advice on our business model. What I find most helpful is the talks I have with them - brainstorming ideas together and testing my ideas. I also value the encouragement I get from them on our plans for the future, and their belief in us.

Lionel Best, Besty’s Inspirational Guidance CIC

We wouldn’t be where we are today without Integrate’s support. Integrate helped us to formulate our constitution and apply to the charity commission. We’re now registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) and have our bank account set up so we are able to apply for and accept donations. Integrate are helping us to scope out opportunities for our pipeline too.

Julian Thomas, One Love Foundation CIO

The relationship with Integrate has been absolutely invaluable. Integrate has been a constant source of support and inspiration for me; particularly during the pandemic. The voluntary sector can sometimes feel quite isolating when it comes to the business side of things rather than the public face and actual service. To feel like you have a team who support you and are willing to work with and guide you is something that you cannot put into words.

Caroline Boury, The Boury Academy CIC

We ran a crowdfunding campaign and Integrate’s support really boosted that to make it more successful. We are learning a lot about how to write stronger applications and are making positive steps. I know that Integrate are there to help us to build on our strengths with personalised support as we focus on sourcing sustainable funding and growing the business.

Sarah Safo, Exceed Reading Stars Ltd