This event is part of our New Futures Programme – Former Places of Worship event series. New Futures is a three-year programme funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund, Historic Environment Scotland and Development Trusts Association Scotland to provide enhanced support to community groups considering taking on a church across Scotland. This is in direct response to the significant and unprecedented number of former places of worship that are due for disposal over the next several years.
Event description:
This workshop focuses on guiding participants through the key steps required in developing a robust business plan. This is an essential document to give confidence (to funders, your community and you) that you have a viable and sustainable proposal to ensure the long-term success of an important community asset.
Workshop content:
- What is a business plan for?
- Content of business plan – an overview
- Generating income – who can help & case studies
- The financials – an overview
- Marketing tools and techniques
- Governance & Planning
- Top tips
- Sources of Support
Hosted by: Audrey Dunn, Churches Advisor, COSS; and Claire Martin, Churches Advisor, COSS.
What will I gain from this event?
- An understanding of what makes a good business plan.
- An understanding of why business planning is important and long term.
- Knowledge of key tips and advice from others that have been successful in developing a sustainable community enterprise.
Who is this event for?
This workshop is open to individuals and community groups interested in taking former places of worship into community ownership.
Where is this event taking place?
This event is taking place online.
Do I have to pay to attend?
This is a free event.
For questions and enquiries, please email Harry Whitmore, Churches Programme Officer at: harry@dtascot.org.uk
New Futures - Former Places of Worship is delivered by Community Ownership Support Service with funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic Environment Scotland.
