Become a member- Foundation East

For most of us there has been time when help from an unexpected source has made a big difference.  This could be a kindly advice, a short term loan or simply knowing someone has faith in our ability to succeed.  Members of Foundation East understand how valuable this support can be and have joined the Society to help give small businesses owners both the finance and the encouragement they need to prosper.

Foundation East is an Industrial and Provident Society and a democratic organisation controlled by its members, which include individuals, sole traders and incorporated companies that support the ethos of the Society.

Members buy shares, each share costing £1.  The minimum investment is £100 for an individual or sole trader,  £250 for incorporated companies. The maximum investment per investor is £20,000. Foundation East then uses leveraged capital to lend money to viable but un-bankable businesses in Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Suffolk, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Essex. 

The active participation of members is welcomed, but not obligatory, and adds tremendous value to the Society. The contribution of our members with their experience and skills has helped many businesses in the region succeed, helping to turn around the lives of all the people involved.

The Directors are democratically elected to the society’s board at the Annual General Meeting on a one member, one vote basis.

If you are interested in becoming a member please complete the membership application form at the end of our Prospectus. If you have any questions please contact us.

Download our Prospectus (file size: 936KB)