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Bearwood Community Hub Benefit Society

Become a member for just £1!

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What is a community benefit society?

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A Community Benefit Society (CBS) is a type of cooperative organisation that’s registered with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

 

Unlike traditional co-ops, which mainly exist to benefit their members, a CBS is set up to benefit the wider community.

 

Any profits are put back into the organisation or community, not paid out to members.

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Like other co-ops, a CBS uses a “one member, one vote” system. This means every member has an equal say in decisions, no matter how much they have invested.

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A CBS must use all its assets to support the community. If the organisation is sold, changed into another legal form, or merged with another organisation, its assets - such as money, buildings, or vehicles - must still be used for community benefit and cannot be shared out among members.

How to become a member:

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  1. Complete the application form below and submit for approval.

  2. We expect to approve most applications unless we have reason to believe that your application does not align with the values of Bearwood Community Hub.

  3. If more information is required, we may get in touch using your preferred contact method.

  4. Once approved, you will be sent a manual payment link to confirm your membership. Alternatively, you may pay the membership fee by cash in person at our office on Abbey Road

Annual General Meeting - 2026​​

  • Our first AGM took place on Tuesday 10th February 2026 at Bearwood Baptist Church

  • We welcomed 35 members to the room to share the journey of the hub so far.

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