Module 5 – Financial Management and Funding
IN THIS LESSON
Different stages of the entrepreneurial journey may require different types of funding. Understanding the options available — and what each funder expects — can help social entrepreneurs make more informed financing decisions.
In this lesson, you'll explore funding sources ranging from grants and impact investment to crowdfunding, corporate partnerships, and earned revenue. You'll also discover why many social enterprises use blended funding models, combining different sources of capital as their ventures evolve.
As you watch, consider:
Which funding sources might be most appropriate for your venture at its current stage?
What expectations or trade-offs might come with each type of funding?