Michael Whippman Award 2010 Frequently Asked Questions

Please find below some popular questions concerning this award.

FAQ’s:

Q: Can I enter a social enterprise that we are only just setting up?
A: Yes you can enter either an established social enterprise or one that has only just been set up, but in either case you will need to provide evidence of the enterprise’s financial situation.
 
Q: Do I need to attend an interview for the short listing?
A: No, we won't be conducting shortlisting interviews in London, but we will be encouraging the shortlisted entries to attend a run through 'dragons den' style interview with their local Homeless Link Regional Manager. These will take place in June 2010. The audience at the annual conference will judge the final winners and present them with their prizes.

Q: Does the social enterprise have to be run and managed by homeless clients?
A: Homeless clients must be involved in the social enterprise for it to be eligible to be entered, but they do not have to manage it. This is however one key area that we will be judging against and will mark favourably the more involved homeless people are.

Q: Does the social enterprise have to be financially self-sufficient?
A: No. We are looking to find social enterprises that have considered their business plan and long-term goals of the enterprise, but they do not need to be financially self-sufficient.

Q: Does the social enterprise need to sell goods?
A: No, the social doesn’t have to sell goods; it could provide a service.
 

Contact us

Should you have any other questions concerning this award scheme, please contact us on:
T: 020 7840 4461
E: awards@homelesslink.org.uk