Hatch Enterprise UK

Today we announce our latest collaboration- with non-profit organisation GirlDreamer who are working to dismantle barriers and redraw the lines of opportunity for women of colour. Hatch Enterprise will be funding their next Dream Fund round, totalling £25,000 in grant funding. We know that access to capital is a significant barrier to social entrepreneurs, especially those led by women of colour. Yet the lived experience and perspectives of women of colour give an in-depth understanding of what needs to change, and how. Our latest partnership with Girldreamer will give 10 UK-based organisations led by women of colour grants of £2.5K, working to create real change in their communities. Check if you're eligible: You must be aged 18-35 A woman of colour leading a UK-based organisation Running a registered or unregistered charity or non-profit focused on social impact Located outside London & the South East Applications are open now and will close on April 20th👇 #WomenOfColour #SocialImpact #GrantFunding #WomenInLeadership #SocialEntrepreneurs #DiversityInBusiness

May 2025 programme applications are now officially OPEN👏 We're absolutely delighted to be offering five cohorts this time round, including the New Founder Programme Launchpad and Incubator, two Launchpad cohorts specifically designed for disabled and neurodivergent entrepreneurs, and an Accelerator programme targeted at social entrepreneurs within London. Our ongoing commitment to impactful entrepreneurial support that addresses the critical barriers to growth: funding, knowledge and networks, is only possible thanks to our partners who share our vision, allowing us to provide financially viable, long-term support that works. If you'd like to apply for one of our upcoming programmes, application forms are now available via the page below: https://lnkd.in/drxr2sD If you're feeling inspired by our charitable mission to dismantle the barriers to starting and scaling a business for underrepresented entrepreneurs, regardless of background or lived experience, there are numerous ways to work with us and our passionate community of diverse entrepreneurs who are building a better world through entrepreneurship: https://lnkd.in/giXjpsf #Entrepreneurship #DiversityInBusiness #SocialEntrepreneurship #StartupSupport #DisabledEntrepreneurs #LondonStartups

It's official- The UK is the largest B Corp community globally. There are now 2,400 certified B Corporations (B Corps) in the UK, a huge 40% increase from last year. Reading through the data, B Lab UK is providing a clear-as-day business case for supporting social and environmentally committed businesses. They’re driving significantly more diverse workforces, and outperforming their competitors. Workplace culture and diverse workforces matter. Fair wages matter. Social impact matters. Environmental impact matters. But these things don’t just ‘matter,’ they’re producing economically superior returns. Between 2023-2024, small and medium-sized UK B-Corps saw a 23.2% increase in turnover compared to the national average of 16.8%. Plus, compared to other UK businesses, UK B Corps are: 25% more likely to pay all employees a family living wage 114% more likely to have representatives from the community on their board of directors. We welcome schemes like the previous B Corp giveaway for underrepresented founders and hope to see more initiatives like this continue long into the future. With 84% of our programme graduates last year alone identifying social or environmental impact within their business, we want to see a future where diverse leaders are at the forefront of businesses with B Corp certification. Underrepresented entrepreneurs are more likely to launch impactful businesses. We know they're out there, and we know their potential. Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion are cornerstones of how impactful our society can become socially and economically, and this data helps us prove that. #BCorp #BCorporation #SustainableBusiness #SocialImpact #DiversityAndInclusion #EthicalBusiness #CorporateResponsibility

On 26th February, we brought together graduates from our most recent Hatch x Pizza Hut New Founder Launchpad and Incubator programmes for an incredible evening of networking at Pizza Hut UK & Europe's London head office—delivered in collaboration with Pizza Hut’s MOSAIC group. Founders had the chance to connect with each other and members of the Pizza Hut team, sharing their inspiring stories and businesses. The night started with a lively round of speed networking, followed by a creative marketing challenge, where founders and staff teamed up to brainstorm innovative solutions—learning from each other along the way. Of course, no Hatch x Pizza Hut event would be complete without pizza, drinks, and plenty of opportunities to swap those all-important contacts! One of our founders summed it up perfectly: "I found the evening really inspiring. There was so much positive, creative energy. I met some amazing entrepreneurs and Pizza Hut staff who I’ve been connecting with. Thanks so much for organising it. I want to come to more!" A huge thank you to Pizza Hut, the Yum! Brands Foundation, and the MOSAIC group for your continued support in empowering underrepresented founders. These kinds of opportunities are invaluable in helping founders build confidence, connections, and strategies for growth. Special thanks to Jessica Tang, Samantha Gregory, Vanessa Wright, Daphne Lertlumprasertkul and Ahmed A. for their support in making this event such a success! 😊 #AnEqualSlice #Partnership #CharityPartnership

The focus of this International Women’s Day is accelerating action for gender equality: finding what works and doing it faster. We know that improving access to entrepreneurship is a crucial part of this action, with women currently underrepresented in starting and growing enterprises in the UK, missing out on the opportunities for self-determination and economic empowerment that this brings. Our work at Hatch is to challenge the status quo, encouraging more women to consider entrepreneurship as a career path, and providing them with the tools, opportunities, and networks they need to thrive in the sector. As part of your IWD reading this year, take a look at some of the stories of female founders that have been through our programmes, and are making a difference in their communities. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eknjxg3M

Our friends at Link UP London are looking for comms, social media and marketing people to step forward and volunteer their time and skills to help some fantastic organisations right across the capital. If you've got some time and want to make a difference outside of your day to day, take a look below. #skilledvolunteering

Last week, we shared our success in once again being ranked amongst Europe's Leading Startup Hubs for 2025 by the Financial Times. But how is the list decided? And why do we believe our ranking is once again deserved? In the article below, we break down the rigorous process for placement and explore how our founder's experiences and wide-reaching impact speak for themselves. #FinancialTimes #Statista #EuropesLeadingStartupHubs #Incubator #Accelerator #Charity #ThirdSector

Thinking about signing up for one of our programmes this year? With applications steadily opening for May 2025, we’re throwing another open evening after last time's success! The hour-long introduction to our programmes team and each individual programme will support you in deciding whether a Hatch Launchpad, Incubator or Accelerator is the right opportunity for you. 📅 When? Thursday 13 March 2025 6-7pm 🤔 Where? Online and completely free! You’ll learn more about the grants we offer as part of our programmes and discover more about how Hatch supports entrepreneurs through ongoing pitching and mentoring opportunities. Plus, you’ll get an understanding of the expected time commitments required from each cohort, as well as information on how you can apply. All attendees will receive exclusive early access to our applications. See you there 👇

It’s a great day for the UK start-up community! The much anticipated second edition of the Financial Times special report into European start-up hubs is out today, with a massive 29 UK institutions making it onto the ranking, the most of any country. 🚀 We’re so pleased to have made the list once again, and to be recognised for our contribution to the sector alongside so many brilliant organisations. We know how much entrepreneurial talent and ambition exists within the UK and it’s reassuring to see how much quality support is out there to ensure those with a vision have the chance to make it a reality. From around 3,000 European start-up hubs identified as potential candidates, 150 were credited in this ranking, and we’re incredibly proud at Hatch to be included within this number as one of the few charities recognised. Social impact and industry excellence can, and do, go hand in hand, and it’s wonderful to receive this recognition for our incredibly talented team!

What a busy evening for the Hatch team!🏃♀️➡️ ➡️ Last Thursday we attended the Access to Finance event for early-stage investment SME’s at Livery Hall, for the City of London Corporation Business Showcase, sponsored by British Business Bank. Our stall was packed with visiting entrepreneurs keen to hear more about our support offerings, and we had the opportunity to meet many fantastic entrepreneurs looking for early-stage guidance for their business. We often get asked how much our business support programmes cost. With the majority of our long-term programmes being costed in the thousands, it’s always a joy for us to see the reaction when we say our programme costs are subsidised to an extensive degree (£3000+ valuation per place, down to £50 per place), and that nobody would be turned away from accessing our support on a monetary basis thanks to our ability to give bursaries, too. A key value of Hatch is ensuring our programmes are financially viable for any entrepreneur who has the time commitment available to learn. We often forget just how transformative knocking down that monetary barrier is day-to-day, working within our charity’s walls, but Thursday's conversations allowed us the opportunity to reconnect to that value many times over ❤️