Join Social Enterprise Scotland
Join Social Enterprise Scotland today and enjoy some fantastic membership benefits. Be part of the dynamic Scottish Social Enterprise movement!
If Social Enterprise is your world…
…Become a Social Enterprise Scotland member today.
Social Enterprise Scotland is the national collective voice for social enterprise in Scotland, bringing together social enterprise and its supporters into a strong force for change. We work to:
- Build the organisation as a well-managed, membership-led organisation.
- Raise the profile of social enterprise as a dynamic business model.
- Represent the needs and views of social enterprise to policy and decision-makers in Scotland.
We are an independent, membership-led coalition of the willing. Membership is open to all social enterprises, their networks and intermediaries and their supporters.
We offer our members a package worth £7,000…
Be Heard
- Influence in strategy / policy making with Government, Parliament & local authorities
- Access to parliamentary tools & receptions
- Policy breakfasts - member road shows
- Access to at least 8 free events per year
Be Noticed
- Members’ directory listing
- Discounted S2S delegate and exhibitor rates
- Advertising opportunities
- Access to ticketed events
- Exclusive sponsorship & PR opportunities
- Free media guide*
- Free guide to hosting a hustings*
- Press & PR exposure
Be Connected
- Weekly e-digests
- Signposting – providing expertise & support
- Exclusive Members’ area on website
- Discounted study visits
- Trading opportunities
- Free membership of Skills Exchange Network*
- Free subscription to HNW e-journal*
Be Savvy
- New member induction session*
- Free HR advice hotline (provided by Discover HR)*
- Exclusive voucher book of discounted products and services*
- Exclusive discounts throughout the year*
- Members' discount for The Melting Pot shared workspace*
*New for 2011!
How membership can be worth up to £7,000 to your business
| CORE | £1,650 |
| S2S Discounts and Website | £400 |
| Charged/Ticketed Events | £300 |
| Voucher Book & other discounts | £1,650 |
| Members' Sponsorship Opportunities | £2,450 |
| Exhibitor opportunities | £50 |
| Trading oppotunities | £250 |
| Exclusive guides and publications | £350 |
| Free Events | £100 |
This value was calculated using Community Development Finance Association’s (CDFA) methodology. The full calculation is available on request. Please email sine.munro@socialenterprisescotland.org.uk
Awareness of social enterprise is on the increase so now is the time to get on board.
In fact 71% of people in Scotland now say they know at least something about social enterprise (compared to 54% in Aug 09).
However you are involved in social enterprise, you can benefit from joining us.
- 95% of members feel their organisation has benefitted from being one of our members
- 73% of members think the organisation has made an impact on Scottish Government policy on social enterprise
- 79% of members describe themselves as an active contributor or active follower
| Turnover | Member Fees Social Enterprises & Intermediaries | Associate Fees | Individual Associates Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| £0k - 25k | £63.00 | £77.00 | £77 Straight Fee |
| £25k - 50k | £115.00 | £132.00 | |
| £50k - 100k | £147.00 | £165.00 | |
| £100k - 250k | £210.00 | £242.00 | |
| £250k - 500k | £315.00 | £363.00 | |
| £500k - 750k | £525.00 | £594.00 | |
| £750k - 1m | £672.00 | £770.00 | |
| £1m - 5m | £787.50 | £946.00 | |
| £5m+ | £945.00 | £1320.00 |
An invoice will be sent on receipt of completed application form.
Join Today…
Anyone who is passionate about social enterprise can become a member or associate.
Apply Online… It only takes a minute!
If you’d like to find out more about Social Enterprise Scotland or about becoming a member, we’d love to hear from you. You can give us a call on 0131 243 2650 or drop us a line at hello@socialenterprisescotland.org.uk
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