The Home of Regulated Social Business
We believe the Community Interest Company legislation is an evolution in the way people organise, trade and create social impact in the UK.
CICs combine enterprise with regulated community purpose — a distinct form of business designed to balance innovation, sustainability and public benefit.
The Association exists to connect the CIC community into a single collaborative network, enabling organisations to share knowledge, raise awareness, improve practice and strengthen the voice of regulated social business nationally.
Serving the CIC Community
Resources, intelligence and connection for Community Interest Companies across the UK.
Join the Online Network
Connect with the wider CIC Community, access exclusive resources, tools and peer support — and unlock programs available only to network members.
Join the network →Funding Support Program
Network members can apply for our Funding Support Program. Each month, we select five CICs to receive fully-funded, expert-led bid writing support.
Learn about the program →Start a CIC
Guidance, templates and community support to help you establish a regulated Community Interest Company. From idea to incorporation.
Get started →News & Articles
Policy updates, sector analysis, case studies and stories from across the CIC community.
Read articles →Data & Research
Sector intelligence, CIC register analysis, policy submissions and community-driven research to inform better practice and policy.
Explore research →About the Association
Our mission, our team, and how the Association works to strengthen the voice of regulated social business across the UK.
Learn more →We help five CICs
every month.
Securing grant funding is one of the most significant challenges facing CICs. Our Funding Support Program exists to change that — connecting members with expert bid writers who understand the landscape.
Each month we review applications from our Online Network and select five organisations to receive fully-funded, professional grant writing support — at no cost to the CIC.
How the Program Works
- 1Join the Online Network Membership is free. Access resources and unlock program eligibility.
- 2Submit Your Application Tell us about your CIC, your funding goals, and the impact you're working towards.
- 3We Select Five Each Month Our team reviews every application and selects five CICs for the program.
- 4Expert Bid Writing Support Our team works directly with you to develop a strong, competitive grant application.
Three steps to stronger social business
From joining the network to accessing the tools and programs built for CICs.
Join the Online Network
Connect with the CIC community, unlock member resources and access programs — including Funding Support.
Access What You Need
Research, news, guidance, templates and our Funding Support Program — all in one place, built for CICs.
Strengthen Your CIC
Share your knowledge, raise awareness and help us build a stronger, clearer voice for regulated social business.
What is a Community Interest Company?
A short explainer on the CIC model, why it matters, and how the Association supports regulated social business across the UK.
CIC Association — Explainer Video
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