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< Back to main menuBig Local is an exciting opportunity for residents in 150 areas to create lasting change in their communities.
About the programmeEssential guidance, information and ideas for Big Local partnerships, to help you deliver change in your community.
Visit the support centreFind out how the principles of Big Local have inspired other programmes creating change in local communities.
Community Leadership Academy
Supporting volunteers involved in Big Local projects to develop their skills and knowledge.
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This new approach to funding enabled communities to use art and creativity to make positive local change.
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Read moreLocal Trust is a place-based funder supporting communities to achieve their ambitions.
Find out moreGo straight to…
< Back to main menuBig Local is an exciting opportunity for residents in 150 areas to create lasting change in their communities.
About the programmeEssential guidance, information and ideas for Big Local partnerships, to help you deliver change in your community.
Visit the support centreFind out how the principles of Big Local have inspired other programmes creating change in local communities.
Community Leadership Academy
Supporting volunteers involved in Big Local projects to develop their skills and knowledge.
Find out moreCreative Civic Change
This new approach to funding enabled communities to use art and creativity to make positive local change.
Find out moreThe latest news and stories from Big Local areas and beyond, exploring community power and resident-led change.
ExploreGo straight to…
Voices of Big Local
Inspiring stories from the people making change happen in their communities.
Read moreJoin our support partners, Stir to Action, for a 90-minute masterclass, where they will cover the basics of business planning.
This introductory session is designed for groups who have never written a business plan before, are not sure of its purpose or what should go in it, or if you just want a refresher.
We will explore:
This session will be delivered online and are open to all Big Local areas.
There will be three other sessions within the Future Funding series.
You can attend both the beginners and intermediate business planning sessions. The beginner’s session will provide a good basis for the second session.
If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact us at support@localtrust.org.uk.