Format of the panel meeting

After introductions, you will have five minutes to present to the panel, followed by discussion for around 20 minutes. The panel members will be interested in four key areas. They will have read your application before the panel meeting and will ask you questions about:

Social impactLink to this section

The positive changes you aim to make for people, communities, or the planet and how you plan to do this. They may want to explore the changes you want to help people to achieve, how your activities make a difference, and how you know your work is having an impact.

InclusionLink to this section

How you plan to reach the people you aim to support and include them in your work. They may want to explore how you connect with your target audience, how much you involve them in the design and delivery of your work, and what are you doing to reach people with the greatest need.

Financial sustainabilityLink to this section

How you plan for your social venture to make money to cover your costs. They may want to explore how much you have earned or fundraised so far, what products or services you plan to sell, what you know about your target customers, and how well you understand your running costs.

Beyond the fundingLink to this section

How UnLtd could support you to overcome barriers you may face. They may want to explore what other support might you need to realise your ideas, how you think you would benefit from UnLtd’s support, and about anyone else who is backing or supporting you and your social venture.

At the end of the meeting you’ll have a chance to ask any questions you might have about the process and the support on offer. You will also be given the date to expect a decision on your application.