WHAT WE DO
GROW is an independent self-organised creative space, bar and kitchen in Hackney Wick founded in 2014. We host a diverse cultural events programme celebrating and nurturing local and international creative talent. It is also part of an ecosystem of studios founded in 2007.
AN EXPERIMENT IN ETHICAL AND SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS
Our aim is to remove financial barriers to extend opportunities to enjoy a creative and nurturing environment whilst exploring ecological and social sustainability.
WHAT IS POSSIBLE?
We ask the question: Is it possible to be a financially sustainable enterprise in London whilst:
Paying London Living Wage
Using eco-electricity; eco cleaning and recycled products
Sourcing locally and sustainably wherever possible
Working in partnership with independent and ethical enterprises wherever possible
Using organic and fairtrade wherever possible
Offering free entry (or affordable) events to share music, art and the ideas and strategy of putting people and planet over profit
Sharing learnings & ideas through workshops, talks/films; markets & sustainable supper clubs.
With a determined team and support of locals, we have:
been solvent
worked with artists, community groups and charities offering free space on a profit-share model
redirected significant sums of finance from multinationals into local and ethical businesses
fundraised for local social and environmental charities
created conditions for fun, inclusivity, transparency and a sense of belonging.
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