Bristol & Bath Regional Capital

Overview

Bristol & Bath Regional Capital (BBRC) is a place-based impact investor dedicated to improving communities in the West of England. Their mission is to encourage local communities, companies, and investors to collaborate in enhancing the social, environmental, and economic landscape of the region. BBRC offers expert advice to local projects and enterprises seeking socially responsible returns through their business activities, utilizing a collaborative approach and deep understanding of the local area to support organizations in accessing loans and other financing at competitive rates. As a Community Interest Company (CIC), BBRC is committed to using these financial tools for the benefit of the region. BBRC's investment strategy focuses on four key areas: local housing and affordable homes, improvements in local infrastructure and community services, the local low carbon economy, and local enterprise and employment development. By channeling investment into these sectors, BBRC aims to drive broader improvements in local areas and communities, benefiting everyone. They work with like-minded investors to offer them opportunities in local communities that provide both financial and social returns. To date, BBRC has raised close to £30 million of new investment into the region through bespoke investment offers and community funds, with investors ranging from individuals to institutions, trusts, foundations, and ethical banks. With a demonstrable track record, BBRC has brokered, placed, and leveraged more than £71 million into the region, investing in best-in-class businesses and projects that deliver both impact and attractive investor returns. Their approach creates a healthier economy, enabling impact to multiply naturally and giving organizations a better chance of delivering on revenue and impact goals. BBRC is committed to backing Bristol’s social and environmental businesses, with their £10 million City Funds 1.0 reaching its final stages of deployment. As a trading name of Bristol & Bath Regional Capital CIC, BBRC is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 1039653).

Investment Focus

• Social Impact
• Environmental Impact
• Economic Impact
• Community Benefit