It invests in business, properties and social sector organisations, with a focus on four impact themes: health and wellbeing,[1][2] education[3] and skills,[4] sustainable living and under-served markets.
[5][6][7] Bridges was founded in 2002 by Michele Giddens,[8] Philip Newborough and Sir Ronald Cohen.
[9][10] Bridges was founded following the recommendations of the Social Investment Task Force,[11] which was established by the UK government in 2000.
[14] The programme takes place annually and has historically included US graduate schools.
[15] Social enterprises represented by the winning team are ultimately awarded a seed investment.