The Mill House Ventures Ltd.

01/09/2026

Have an idea for creating positive change, but not sure if social enterprise is the right path?

CATALYSE Workshop 1 is designed to help you explore just that.

Spend the day unpacking the issue you care about, learning how social enterprise works, and exploring how you could turn your ideas into impact.

You don’t need a business plan or a fully formed idea. Just bring your curiosity.

Saturday 19 September | 9:30am–3pm
Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/catalyse-workshop-1-is-social-enterprise-right-for-me

27/08/2026

Applications for the 2026 ACT Social Enterprise Grant Program are now open.

If you're thinking about applying, preparation is key.

Before you apply, make sure to check that you’re eligible, you’ve read the grant guidelines and you have all the information you’ll need at the ready.

We also have weekly information sessions each Monday to offer support and answer your questions.

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/act-social-enterprise-grant-information-session

The ACT Social Enterprise Grant Program provides matched funding of $10,000 to $30,000 for eligible Canberra-based social enterprises looking to grow their impact.

Learn more here: https://millhouseventures.com.au/social-enterprise-grant-program/

26/08/2026

Earlier this year, Artfullness, Crafting My Story and Embrace Disability Group became the first recipients of the 2026 ACT Social Enterprise Grant Program, delivered by The Mill House Ventures and funded by the ACT Government.

Each organisation received $30,000 in matched funding to help grow its business, strengthen its impact and take the next step in its journey.

We're excited to see what they'll achieve over the coming months and look forward to supporting the next cohort of Canberra's social entrepreneurs.

Applications for Part 2 of the funding round are now open with up to $30,000 in matched funding available for Canberra-based social enterprises.

Learn more and apply here: https://millhouseventures.com.au/social-enterprise-grant-program/

11/08/2026

Looking for fresh ideas or a little inspiration?

Co-working with Purpose was created to bring Canberra's social entrepreneurs together to work alongside like-minded people, spark new ideas and build meaningful connections.

Whether you're refining a business idea, tackling a challenge, or simply looking for a change of scenery, you'll find a welcoming community ready to support you.

Bring your laptop, grab a coffee and join us for a productive day of collaboration and conversation.

Register now:

Join us for a day of co-working at The Mill House Ventures with other purpose-led founders and impact-minded peers.

20/07/2026

Join us this July 29th for Purposeful Co-working.

The day is designed to connect like-minded people looking to make a difference. Whether that be through exploring ideas, starting your own social enterprise, or simply wanting to get involved with one, this is an opportunity to work alongside a community of people driven by purpose.

Bring your laptop, share ideas, make new connections, and discover the people, programs and opportunities helping create positive change across our region.

Throughout the day, we'll also host collaborative sessions to help you unpack challenges, explore new ideas, and identify practical next steps to move your work forward.

Register now 👉 https://events.humanitix.com/purposeful-co-working-at-the-mill-house-ventures

14/07/2026

REFINE: Founders Circle has been designed to give established social entrepreneurs the time, support and trusted relationships needed to think strategically about what's next.

Supported by the Snow Foundation, this four-month program is offered at a subsidised rate for social entrepreneurs across the Canberra region.

Expressions of Interest close 17 July 2026.
Appply now: https://millhouseventures.com.au/refine-founders-circle/

13/07/2026

Have you registered for Impact After Hours?

This month, we're exploring Finding your people with Rebecca from Yarn Speech, who will share how building the right relationships, partnerships and support network has helped shape her social enterprise. Rebecca will be joined by Tara from The Data Conversation, who'll also share her experience of finding the people who have supported her journey.

Whether you're growing a social enterprise, exploring an idea or looking to connect with others creating impact, we'd love to see you there.

Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/impact-after-hours

09/07/2026

You've built your social enterprise. Now it's time to think about what's next.

Introducing REFINE: Founders Circle, a new facilitated peer circle from The Mill House Ventures for established social entrepreneurs who are ready to step beyond the day-to-day and explore what's possible for their organisation.

Over four months, you'll join a small group of peers who understand the realities of leading a purpose-led organisation. Through facilitated conversations, practical reflection and honest discussion, you'll work through complex challenges, test new ideas and gain greater clarity about your next steps.

REFINE is designed for social entrepreneurs who have been operating for two or more years and are looking to:
• Explore what's next for their organisation
• Rethink their business model, partnerships or impact
• Make confident decisions about the future
• Connect with trusted peers who understand the journey

Supported by the Snow Foundation, REFINE is offered at a subsidised rate to help make this opportunity accessible to social entrepreneurs across the Canberra region.
Places are intentionally limited to eight to ten participants.

Expressions of Interest close 17 July 2026.
Apply now: https://millhouseventures.com.au/refine-founders-circle/

09/07/2026

Some of the best conversations happen after the workday ends.
Join us for the next Impact After Hours on Thursday 16 July from 5.00 pm.

This month, we're exploring the theme of Finding your people. Building a social enterprise isn't something you do alone. Along the way, you'll need people who challenge you, support you, collaborate with you and believe in what you're building.

Join us for a conversation with Tara from The Data Conversation and Rebecca from Yarn Speech as they share how they've built their teams, found the right collaborators and supporters, and why finding people who genuinely fit has been such an important part of their journeys.

Whether you're running a social enterprise, exploring an idea, supporting the sector or simply curious about the people creating positive change, you're welcome.

Come along, meet good people doing good things, and be part of a growing community creating impact across Canberra.

A new monthly gathering to connect with others working in or interested in social impact, share what you're working on and find your people! Free registration.

08/07/2026

We're so grateful for the support we've received from The Snow Foundation and belief they have had in us and in the many social enterprises we've worked alongside over the years. The social enterprise ecosystem is all the stronger for it, and only becoming more so thanks to partnerships like these. We're excited for what more is to come!

Over many years, we've been supporting Canberra's growing social enterprise community. We've helped bring organisations like Tender Funerals and Hotel Etico Australia to Canberra. We've also supported local enterprises including Right to Work, Little Luxton, Canberra PCYC and more recently Cafe Stepping Stone, Allara Creative, Q***r Food and The Women's Shed.

These organisations are creating jobs, building skills, fostering inclusion and strengthening our community. Many of Canberra's social enterprises have been nurtured through The Mill House Ventures Ltd., which sits at the heart of Canberra’s social enterprise ecosystem.

Our long-term partnership with Mill House reflects a shared commitment to helping social enterprises start, grow and thrive. Canberra's social enterprise ecosystem continues to grow, with more organisations demonstrating how business can create opportunity, strengthen communities and deliver lasting social impact.