A new suite of free resources has been launched to support social enterprises. Bolton Community and Voluntary Services (Bolton CVS) has created these resources to help businesses with a social purpose. The initiative aims to inspire new businesses and help existing ones grow.

The resources include easy-to-understand videos and PDF explainers about available assistance for social enterprises in Bolton, as well as guides on creating a brand's vision, mission, and values, social accounting, governance, and legal structures. Bolton CVS is also running a calendar of free training and events at The Bolton Hub, along with regular drop-in support sessions. Dawn Yates-Obe – CEO, Helen Clayton – Business Development Manager, Lisa Forrest – Project Co-ordinator (Image: Supplied) They also host 'Proper Good', a programme offering additional enterprise development support and social investment for Bolton's social enterprises.

Lisa Forrest, programme coordinator at Bolton CVS, said: "We are inspiring Bolton, one social enterprise at a time. "With our new selection of free resources, we're here to help more incredible local businesses flourish so that they can make a real difference in our town." For personalised support and additional guidance, the Bolton CVS team can be contacted via email at info@boltoncvs.

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