Quality and Accreditations.

We're all about creating a safe and healthy environment, treating our employees with respect and fairness and living up to our social enterprise commitments. Our accreditations recognise our dedication to our values, which is something we're really proud of. We have an amazing team that works hard to make sure we're living and breathing our values and we believe that our independent accreditations serve as a great way to showcase our efforts. We're committed to keeping up with these high standards and making a positive impact on the world around us.

We understand that the greatest impact comes from joining forces with like-minded organisations, and we are proud to be actively engaged in fostering partnerships in social enterprise that share our commitment to creating a better world. The Proper Good Programme offers free-to-access business support, networking and training led by entrepreneurs who know how to run proper businesses that do good in their communities.

What is it?

‍The Proper Good Programme offers free-to-access business support, networking and training led by entrepreneurs who know how to run proper businesses that do good in their communities. Individuals on the programme may also apply for social investment to grow their businesses and scale their impact.The programme covers Bolton, Oldham, Wigan and Stockport. Local partners and supporters include Turn up the Value, Starts with you, Bolton CVS, Bolton Council, Bolton University, Bolton Chamber of Commerce, HOOT Credit Union, Bolton at Home, Youth Leads, Bolton Solidarity Community Association and Greater Manchester Growth Company, who will work with Bolton’s businesses to build a stronger, more resilient economy.

‍Can I join the programme?

‍You can join the programme if you have a proper good idea or business that aims to make a positive difference in Bolton, no matter what stage of the journey you are on – from start-up to scale-up.

‍How do I find out more?

‍Get in contact for a proper good chat about how the programme can help you at propergood@boltoncvs.org.uk

‍If you cover more than one area contact propergood@gmcvo.org.uk, or if you have specific questions about social investment, contact GMCVO gmsocinvest@gmcvo.org.uk