2026 Senedd Election

The 2026 Senedd election will be the first under Wales’ new electoral system.

For social enterprises, co-operatives and community businesses, this election could bring new representatives, constituencies and policy priorities.

Dr Dan Roberts from Cwmpas explains how organisations can engage early and help influence the next generation of political leaders in Wales.

Read the blog here

Employability Support Programme Tender

Welsh Government is launching a major employability support tender programme worth approximately £68 million per year.

The programme encourages consortium bidding and places strong emphasis on social value and local partnerships.

Social Firms Wales has also been made aware of several Expression of Interest opportunities.

Read more here

Networking

Spring Network Meeting

16/04/2026 | 13:30 - 15:00

Including Done Together CIC

Book your free place via Eventbrite

Training Opportunities

In Time...On Time

In partnership with Tessa Polniaszek

25/03/2026 | 10:30 - 12:00 | Teams

Cultural Competence for Business Success

In partnership with Theresa Ogbekhiulu

14/04/2026 | 10:30 - 12:00 | Teams

Find out more and book via Eventbrite

The Fore Funding

The Fore offers unrestricted grants of up to £45,000 over 1–3 years for Social Enterprises.

The funding supports sustainability, growth and transformational impact.

The next registration period opens Wednesday 25 March.

Click here for more information

CAF Bank Guide

CAF Bank has created a free guide to help charities and social purpose organisations find the right banking partner.

The guide includes practical advice on financial resilience, day-to-day banking and informed decision-making.

Unlock your potential.