2008 Publications

Three models of social enterprise, part one 2008

This CAF Venturesome paper provides a conceptual framework for understanding the business models which underlie “social enterprises”.

A practitioner's guide to the Social Investment Market 2008

This 2008/ Venturesome report looks at the barriers to and opportunities for future development of the social investment market, in the context of the market's recent rapid growth.

Three models of social enterprise, part two 2008

The three models of social enterprise are discussed in more detail, with practical examples from Venturesome's experience.

UK Giving 2008

This survey provides 2007/8 research on individuals' giving to charity – how much is given, and who the donors are.

Key barriers to the adoption of Gift Aid 2008

This 2008 joint research funded by HMRC and CAF examines the main opportunities surrounding Gift Aid.

Venturesome's approach to assessing social impact 2008

When considering potential investments, Venturesome is seeking to understand the current social impact of the organisation and how financially risky any potential investment might be.

Balancing financial risk and social return

This 2008 report examines the differing interests of charities and funders in balancing risk and return.

Venturesome 2008 CEO Roundtable 2 - Charities and Marketing

This 2008 report looks at the challenges associated with marketing which arose from our second roundtable of Venturesome investees.

Quasi-equity: A Venturesome Case Study

This paper explains what quasi-equity is, how it works and why it's needed.

Social Enterprise in practice 2008

This report presents the experience of five prominent social enterprises with strong connections to voluntary and community action.

Venturesome 2008 CEO Roundtable 1 – Enterprising Charities

This paper summarises a discussion with a group of Venturesome investees who are seeking to make the transition from grants to trading income.