Three FREE Allia Programmes: Supporting Founders and Impact-led Businesses

Business Growth & Development15 January 2026

Whether you’re just shaping an idea or ready to scale an established impact venture, Allia Impact offers a range of free programmes designed to support founders at every stage of their journey. From early inspiration to sustainable growth, these tailored opportunities provide expert guidance, practical tools and a supportive community to help social enterprises thrive.

Start Strong – early-stage founders

Start Strong is a free, intensive programme supporting solopreneurs and first-time founders to turn early ideas into legally registered, sustainable social enterprises. Find out more: https://allia.org.uk/?programmes=start-strong-cambridgeshire

Scale Up – growing impact businesses

Scale Up is a free 7-week programme for founders of social enterprises and impact businesses ready to grow sustainably, with expert guidance, mentorship and peer support. Find out more: https://allia.org.uk/?programmes=scale-up-papworth

Digital Growth Accelerator – flexible, self-paced

Can’t attend in-person sessions or want to build your business knowledge further? Allia Impact’s free online learning programme offers flexible, self-paced support for founders at any stage. Explore the online programme: https://allia.org.uk/?programmes=allia-dgitial-growth-accelerator