Harry Specters

Everyone loves chocolate, and Harry Specters makes phenomenal chocolate! The business has recently been awarded funding from GIF for their work supporting neurodiverse people through employment. So, if you fancy satisfying your sweet tooth with ethical, artisanal Christmas themed chocolates, they’re your people.

Lovewell

Do you long for some pampering and relaxation this winter? If so, LoveWell has you sorted. They offer amazing aromatherapy candles, bath salts and gift sets if you’re stuck for ideas. They’ve recently been supported by GIF’s pre-investment grant fund, and we love what they do. Their range of beauty products are handmade by women who have experienced barriers to employment. Every sale helps to create empowering work for women moving on from trauma.

Bees and Refugees

Ali Alzein, is a Syrian activist, and CEO and Founder of Bees & Refugees. Ali fled Syria and was awarded asylum in the UK in 2014, a few years later he pivoted his career to pursue beekeeping as a therapeutic intervention for himself and other refugees and asylum seekers.

By buying local honey, or even a coaster or two you can support Ali, and the bees!

Imagine Me Stories

Imagine Me Stories dreams of a world where every child grows up seeing their realities reflected in books and that all children are able to read diverse stories about different experiences. Through their book sales, and subscription box, the business champions diverse books and black history for ages 0–12.

Area Noir

Do you have a blank wall desperately in need of some colour? Area Noir is an online independent gallery showcasing contemporary art by some of today’s most exciting emerging black and brown artists from around the globe. Get your hands on one of their limited edition prints.

All of these amazing businesses were supported by the Growth Impact Fund. If you’re a social purpose business looking for investment, complete our short inquiry form today.