‘Business as usual’ not working for you? – Let’s fix it. Help fund a creative marketing stunt to grab the attention of parliamentarians and policy makers ahead of the General Election; making our next government build a stronger, fairer, greener economy.

The future

As the UK gears up for a General Election, we’re ready to guide our next government through the bold reforms needed to fix our economy – and we need your help to put these issues at the top of the political agenda. Although we have the ambition and drive to change the system, we can’t do it alone; we’re stronger together.

We're gearing up for an exciting campaign stunt to grab the attention of our leaders and cut through the political noise with a bold message of change and hope: that we can build a new economy where all of society profits. We’re working with a creative agency to really bring our campaign to life, and anything you can donate will help make our message heard in the corridors of power. 

This could be anything from billboards all over the UK to skywriting above Parliament or taking over Westminster tube station; we’re planning the best possible tactics to make sure our leaders won’t be able to miss this.

How you can help?

To build an economy that really works for our society, we need support from across that society. Every donation is a step towards a stronger, fairer, greener future for all of us. Join the Future Economy Alliance, join the movement, and let’s fix our future.

The failure

Our economy shapes our world, creating prosperity and opportunity but also some of our greatest challenges. Inequalities are rising, divisions are deepening, and the climate crisis is growing. Trains are cancelled, rivers are polluted, people are having to choose between heating and eating – while the companies behind these vital services record huge profits. Our local councils are going bankrupt, our high streets are empty, and our NHS is on its knees. Nothing works anymore.

At the heart of this is a broken system. Do we work for the economy, or does the economy work for us? ‘Business as usual’ isn’t working – so let’s change it. Let’s unleash the power of business to benefit people and planet. Let’s build a stronger, fairer, greener economy where all of society profits. Let’s fix our future.

The fix

Across the UK, mission-led organisations are working to fix our economy. An estimated four million people work in social enterprises, charities, B-corps and the democratic economy – around 10% of the national workforce. 

While contributing billions to the economy, our work has a purpose beyond profit: a vital mission. We actively tackle social and environmental issues, working to support the people and places around us. Imagine if all organisations worked this way? We are living proof that business can be a force for good, and we need those in power to unleash our potential.

Rising to the challenge of supporting refugees | Social Enterprise UK

Breadwinners is a social enterprise supporting refugees and young people seeking asylum into employment through the preparation and sale of artisan baked goods.

The Future Economy Alliance is a mission-led movement including social enterprises, co-operatives, mutuals, employee-owned and community-led businesses, social investors, economists, fundraisers, third sector experts – and we’d love for you to join us. Let’s reimagine our economy with mission at its heart. Let’s fix our future.