A business plan can serve a guide and communication tool that provides details of how a social enterprise intends to implement its initiative. Starting with an enterprise model can however be an invaluable step to developing a well thought out, practical business plan.

Greater impact can be made on social challenges if organisations working towards addressing community needs are able to sustain their operations and programmes. Sustainability requires an entrepreneurial approach with an attitude that says “for us to continue doing GOOD we must live WELL”, that means effectively delivering your mission while generating revenue that keeps you afloat.