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Big Issue Invest

Investing to end poverty

We invest in Social Enterprises, Social-Purpose Businesses and Charities creating core solutions to end poverty in the UK. Founded by impact entrepreneurs John Bird and Nigel Kershaw, from the Big Issue Group, we are one of the leaders in social impact investing.

Since 2005, we have invested £90m across more than 600 investments, all sharing the Big Issue Group’s mission – to create innovative solutions through enterprise and unlock social and economic opportunity for people affected by poverty. Will you join us and deliver social impact across the UK?

Partner with us to create lasting social impact. Explore our diverse range of investments, and successful stories that deliver core solutions to solving poverty.

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For Organisations Seeking Impact Investment

We grow organisations with a social mission, drawing on decades of experience in this field. Access funding, support, and a network committed to your growth and impact. Start your social impact investment journey today.

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Our Impact

We have positively impacted the lives of millions of people affected by poverty in the UK. Our social impact investing delivers core solutions to solving poverty – from affordable housing to employment support and healthcare solutions – and our impact is heavily focused on areas of the UK with the highest levels of deprivation. 

2024 Impact

145 investees supported
1.8 million people supported by our investees
£68 million assets under management

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Our commitment to social impact investing has earned the trust of distinguished investors and partners. Together, we’ve delivered social impact across multiple sectors. Explore our network.