Building scalable and sustainable investments
We place a high value on sustainable and scalable projects that have the potential to make a significant difference to the greatest number of people. We recognise that a mix of approaches is required within each of our programmes to create maximum impact.
Our success lies in the strength of our partnerships. We work closely with foundations, NGOs, investors and commercial organisations across the UK and internationally to extend the reach and impact of the social investments that we make.
You can find out about active partnerships by using the direct links in the left hand navigation. Below are a few more partnerships we are involved with:
Digital Makers |
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We are currently working with Nesta to find ways to equip our young people to be confident contributors and makers, able to harness and control digital technology to positively engage socially and economically with their communities. Nesta's landmark Next Gen report argued for the incorporation of computer science as a rigorous academic discipline within the national curriculum. In partnership with Nesta and Futurelab at NFER, we are developing a programme that takes this forward by supporting a new generation of learners to make sense of information online and to become active in their use of, and contribution to, the digital world. |
Exploring potential new ways in Giving |
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| We are very excited about working with Big Society Network and NESTA to create a new venture promoting technology enabled philanthropy. Spring will focus on exploring how we use technology to give and raise money, time and expertise in the UK. Providing a much needed focal point for research, development and thought leadership in this area. We will be learning from the approaches already out there and exploring the opportunities for innovation. The programme will also provide support and guidance to budding social entrepreneurs. |
Supporting innovative community internet venues |
| Over the summer, Nominet Trust teamed up with UK Online Centres – the organisation behind the 3,800 strong network of centres offering access to computers and the internet and support to use them - to provide new grant funding for grassroots organisations working in the heart of communities to get more people online. The 'Community Outreach Fund' will support approx. 150 innovative outreach projects, where organisations are working with local partners to reach new offline audiences in new locations. Projects will be required to show the impact of their work on both individuals and the wider community. The fund will be managed by UK Online Centres and projects will be delivered between September 2011 and March 2012. For an update on this programme click here. You can find out more about some of the successful projects by reading their blogs. |
