The DPS Social Commitment Programme: Scale

The purpose of the programme is to support established and scaling organisations in England and Wales that are tackling the causes and consequences of homelessness. The programme aims to develop and grow solutions that help people access and maintain secure housing through a tailored learning programme and grant funding. It is open to anyone addressing the causes and consequences of homelessness in England and Wales, helping to build a resilient business model through a combination of specialist learning, expert advice, coaching, and mentoring. The programme also focuses on strengthening the organisation’s impact on those facing housing insecurity. 

You can apply if your organisation meets all of the following criteria: 

• Is based in, and has a majority of beneficiaries in England or Wales.
• Its work:
  • helps people access or sustain a home – some or all of which should be in the private rented sector.
    or
  • reduces homelessness and rough sleeping.
• Your organisation is established and ready to scale. Annual income should be over £100,000.
  
• You can commit to attending all elements of the programme (programme dates will be confirmed well in advance of the programme).

They particularly welcome organisations led by and for Black and racially minoritised communities, deaf and disabled people, women, LGBTQ+ communities, and those in economically disadvantaged areas.