Just Enterprise

Name: Circle Scotland CIC
Telephone: 01382 699990

The Circle delivers free business support to social enterprises and charities in Dundee and Angus through the Just Enterprise programme. Just Enterprise is a programme funded by the Scottish Government to support people to start, develop, grow and lead their social enterprise. The Circle can provide up to 5 days of free business support to asset-locked organisations in a number of areas such as business planning, finance, governance and social impact.

"We really have received more than we could have hoped so thank you very much once again for all your time and expertise."

Wendy Murray, Easthaven Land Consortium

The Circle offers a mixture of 1-to-1 meetings, hands on support and access to resources. Our experienced Consultancy team can provide a broad range of business support to established organisations in Dundee and Angus through Just Enterprise. We work with organisations to assess their needs and create an action plan to support them with developing their business.

We can support organisations in a wide range of areas including:

"I would like to extend a heartfelt thanks and appreciation to The Circle for the invaluable support they have provided to our charity. Both Ruth and Jenny have been consistently positive, supportive and non-judgmental, creating a welcome and encouraging environment. Their help and dedication has made a real difference to our organisation and we cannot applaud them enough for the incredible work they do."

Lina Waghorn, Dundee Youth Music Theatre

How to apply

There are two steps to applying for this support:

Sign up for an account on the Just Enterprise website (linked below) by filling out some basic details about your organisation
Apply for 1-to-1 support in the ‘Strengthening your social enterprise’ section – there are just 3 questions on this form

Register here

More Than Profit® approach

The Circle takes what we call a More Than Profit® approach to our work. This approach means striving for financial sustainability through multiple income streams in order to have a positive social or environmental impact. This approach is threaded throughout our work and is promoted to all of our clients.

Find out more

The More Than Profit Journal photographed from above with decorative items surrounding it.

Any questions?

If you would have any questions about Just Enterprise or our other consultancy services, you can get in touch 01382 699990 or email [email protected]

The Circle is just one of the partners delivering this programme. If you’re not eligible for support from The Circle, another partner may be able to work with you. Get in touch for more information.