“Doing big corporate events is good for our reputation and income but we struggle with the cash flow. The loan from CCF has really helped smooth things out.”
🎪 Read how we supported circus social enterprise Organised Kaos back in 2018 here 👉 buff.ly/DJyk5xB #Lending
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make a difference to communities.
If you’re considering investing or are interested in understanding how this tax-efficient structure works, this session is an invaluable way to get clarity before making a decision.
Tuesday 17th March 12:30 - 13.15pm
💻The webinar will be recorded, so if...
• How our revolving loan fund works
• Why this kind of community finance matters right now
• Exactly how the 25% tax relief works in practice
• How share withdrawals and returns are structured
Most importantly, you’ll be able to ask your questions directly to learn more about how your money can...⬇️
community businesses, and how you could and benefit from Community Investment Tax Relief (CITR). CITR means eligible investors can claim 25% income tax relief over five years, alongside a 3% target return (paid in shares).
ℹ️ Alain will discuss
• How ICC lends to co-ops and community enterprises ⬇️
🤔 Interested in finding out more about our ICC Share Offer 2026?
➡️ Join our Operations and FCA Compliance Manager Alain Demontoux and our Share Offer platform hosts @ethexuk.bsky.social for a cuppa a week today to hear more about how your money can support the growth of UK co-operatives and...⬇️
What is our vision? 👀
“A thriving, diverse and sustainable UK co-operative economy with ready access to capital.”
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Our friends Plunkett UK are hiring!
They are looking for a Policy Manager to lead their policy and public affairs work, ensuring rural #ComBiz have a strong voice in local, regional and national decision making.
Apply by 19 March at 5pm 👉 buff.ly/55MwHpc
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Capital at risk, see full share offer document.
➡️ Open for investment now!
ICOF Community Capital (ICC) is a loan fund that has supported UK communities delivering local solutions to meet local needs since 1994.
📈 In 2026, we're growing the pot, to create more opportunities. Impact minded investors are invited to find out more... ⬇️
All employers have a legal duty to take preventative steps to eliminate sexual harassment at work.
Access a comprehensive set of guidance, templates and training materials to get your co-op compliant with the legally required 'reasonable steps'.
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"The future looks bright thanks to the subsequent restructuring of our finances. We now have headroom and the confidence to push forward with our growth."
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Back in 2023, we supported Oak House Sports and Social Club by helping them to secure a financial package that enabled ambitious and enterprising plans to renovate, develop and grow their sports and social club for the benefit of the local community! 🤩
Yesterday, 250 organisations working across climate, poverty reduction, community development and local enterprise delivered an open letter urging UK ministers to unlock the potential of community energy ⚡
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Did you see? Our ICC Share Offer 2026 is now LIVE on @ethexuk.bsky.social !
We're raising up to £600k to increase our revolving loan fund and support more co-ops & community businesses as they protect vital local assets and deliver long-term social value
Find out more here buff.ly/UQ3CRvn
Heading to the Co-op Retail Conference in Glasgow in two weeks? We'll be there too!
This is the UK’s only annual event built around the needs of consumer-owned retail societies.
Come and say hi if you're attending!
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Calling all #CommunityPubs! 🍻
The hospitality sector is very challenging, even for community-owned pubs with lots of local support. Get practical help from Plunkett UK online in one week and learn how to prevent pub crises and how to get out of them.
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Chief Executive of ABCUL, Matt Bland underscores that #CreditUnions in Great Britain continue to evolve to meet modern financial challenges – particularly in driving greater financial inclusion.
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Did you know? Through the provision of accessible finance we have helped to create and preserve 1000's of jobs within the social economy and supported the set up of many new and innovative #Cooperatives, employee buyouts, and community enterprises!
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We’re delighted to discuss our investment opportunity at Future Coops 2026: Power To The People this weekend!
This Share Offer will grow our revolving loan fund. Your money can work for change across Britain - talk to us about how.
Capital at risk. See Share Offer doc for info. buff.ly/r8mygRE
Workers Co-op? Looking to expand your range, offer or service? 📈
We have over 50 years experience of lending to workers co-ops and we understand better than most financial advisers/lenders the particular dynamics of a co-operative working environment.
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It will be a space for practical ideas and political imagination rooted firmly in co-operative values.
Come and say hi!
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It will bring together co-operative activists, policy thinkers, campaigners and community business leaders to explore how collective action, co-operation, and democratic participation can restore trust, and revitalise communities.
We're so excited to be at the Future Co-ops conference in Birmingham tomorrow!
Taking place in Birmingham, the two-day gathering will examine how collective action and co-operation can rebuild trust and deliver real power at a local level.
they are needed more than ever.
Find out more about this opportunity and how to invest here buff.ly/r8mygRE
Watch our video here buff.ly/0HnXqbv
***Capital is at risk and investors should read the full Share Offer Document and seek financial advice if needed.***
sports grounds and social hubs that hold them together.
Targeted financial returns and tax relief are available to individual and organisational impact investors seeking a practical way to support community ownership and help co-operatives and community businesses thrive at a time when...
As the Government works towards its pledge to double the size of the co-operative sector, we will raise up to £600,000 to grow our existing revolving loan pot of patient, values-aligned capital which supports the communities who are working to save the village pubs and community shops, local...
Open from today until the 31st May 2026 - our share offer to help communities save the places they can’t afford to lose!
We are delighted to announce that our ICOF Community Capital (ICC) 2026 share offer is now open on direct impact investing platform Ethex @ethexuk.bsky.social buff.ly/r8mygRE ⬇️
A co-op's Secretary is central to ensuring good governance within a co-op 🙌
Join Co-operatives UK online in one month to learn the skills and qualities required for a co-op secretary – and how a secretary can carry out their role effectively.
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🤝 We're always keen to work in partnership with organisations that share our values to develop new finance packages and initiatives across co-operative, employee owned and social business sectors.
Want to talk an idea through? Get in touch 👉 buff.ly/L63D7bZ #Coops
