Big Issue Invest Overview
Big Issue Invest, founded in 2005 by John Bird and Nigel Kershaw of the Big Issue Group, is a prominent social impact investor in the UK. The firm invests in social enterprises, social-purpose businesses, and charities that develop core solutions to end poverty. Since its inception, Big Issue Invest has invested over £100 million in hundreds of social impact organizations, positively affecting millions of lives across the UK. Their investments span various sectors, including affordable housing, employment support, and healthcare solutions, with a focus on areas experiencing high levels of deprivation.
Is Big Issue Invest the right investor for your startup? Browse their investment focus, stage preferences, and geographic scope to see how well they align with your fundraising goals. Your full match score with Big Issue Invest, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
Big Issue Invest
Investment focus
Invest in
- Western Europe 1 / 14
Industries / verticals
- Built Environment (Real Estate, Construction & PropTech)
- Digital & Consumer health
- EdTech
- Health Data, Healthcare Systems & Infrastructure
Stages
Seed, Series A
First ticket size
£5,000,000 - £10,000,000
How to approach funds like Big Issue Invest
When approaching Big Issue Invest, founders should highlight measurable social impact and a clear pathway to scale, especially in communities facing significant deprivation. Demonstrate a robust, sustainable business model that balances financial resilience with mission-driven outcomes. Articulate how your solution addresses systemic barriers to poverty and show evidence of community engagement or lived experience within your team. Be prepared to discuss both your impact metrics and your strategy for long-term, inclusive growth.
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