Derby Social Ventures

Derby Social Ventures exists to help people use enterprise to create positive change. We support social entrepreneurs, charities, purpose-led businesses and organisations that want to combine commercial success with social impact.

Through leadership coaching, business development, venture creation, investment readiness and strategic consultancy, we help organisations develop sustainable business models that strengthen both the local economy and local communities. We also create opportunities for collaboration through initiatives such as RISE @ 58i and the Derby Impact Awards, bringing together businesses, community organisations and civic leaders who share a commitment to making Derby an even better place to live, work and invest.

Our customers range from individuals with the spark of an idea to established organisations looking to innovate, diversify their income or increase their social impact. Ultimately, our work is about helping purpose-driven organisations thrive while contributing to Derby’s long-term prosperity.

We see Marketing Derby as one of the organisations bringing together the people and businesses that genuinely care about Derby’s future. Becoming a Bondholder is an opportunity to contribute to that conversation, build meaningful partnerships and demonstrate that social impact and economic growth are not competing priorities—they go hand in hand.