Grade 10 Community And Service Learning Social Entrepreneurship – Resource Mobilisation Notes

1. Analyse the concept of resource mobilisation for social enterprise.
2. Develop a low-cost budget for social enterprise development.
3. Mobilise resources for implementation of a social enterprise.
4. Appreciate the importance of resource mobilisation for social enterprises in the community.

What is Resource Mobilisation?

Resource mobilisation means finding and using different kinds of resources (money, goods, people, knowledge and networks) so a social enterprise can start and grow. For young social entrepreneurs in Kenya, this includes village contributions, school savings groups, local partnerships, and small grants from county programs or NGOs.

Simple steps to mobilise resources

1. Define the need: What will your social enterprise do? How many people will it serve?
2. List needed resources: Write what you need (e.g., 100 tree seedlings, KES 10,000 for tools, 5 volunteers).
3. Match resources to sources: Who can provide each resource? (parents, school, County govt, local businesses, savings group, donors)
4. Create a simple budget: Add estimated costs and in-kind donations (see example below).
5. Make a mobilisation plan: Timeline, responsibilities, and how to acknowledge contributors.
6. Follow up and report: Keep records and show results — this builds trust and helps get more support.

Example: Low-cost budget for a small school-based tree nursery (6 months)

Goal: Raise 500 seedlings to plant around the school and community.

Notes: You can reduce cash needs by asking parents to donate polythene tubes or by using recycled cups. Local nurseries may donate seeds in exchange for seedlings later.

Practical ways to mobilise resources in Kenya (suitable for age 15)

• School savings & lending groups (chama): Small monthly contributions by learners/parents to fund the enterprise.
• In-kind donations: Tools, space, materials from community members or the school.
• Local partnerships: Approach chief's office, local businesses, or county environmental officers for support.
• Fundraising events: Car wash, bake sale, craft fair or student exhibition to raise start-up cash.
• Micro-grants: Apply to school clubs, NGOs or youth programs — prepare a short proposal and a simple budget.
• Work-exchange and volunteering: Invite local artisans or teachers to train students in exchange for recognition.
• Digital crowdfunding & social media: Use WhatsApp or Facebook to share a clear message and ask for small contributions.
• Family & community networks: Many Kenyan projects begin with family support and word-of-mouth referrals.

Mobilisation checklist (what students should prepare)

• A one-page description of the project (what, why, who benefits).
• Simple budget (estimated costs and in-kind support).
• A short plan showing who will do what and when.
• A clear ask for donors: specify exactly what you need.
• Recognition plan — how you will thank and show results to supporters.

Skills students will practise: budgeting, communication, teamwork, negotiation, record-keeping, and public speaking (pitching).

Suggested learning experiences (activities)

1. Class project planning: In groups, choose a small social enterprise (e.g., school garden, bead-making from plastic, tree nursery). Fill the checklist and create a 1-page plan.
2. Budget workshop: Each group creates a low-cost budget like the example and lists possible in-kind donors in the community.
3. Community mapping: Walk around the local area (with permission) to identify potential supporters — a shop owner, teacher, church, chief's office, or youth group.
4. Role-play pitching: Students practice short pitches (1–2 minutes) to present to class “donors.” Use simple props or a poster. Give feedback on clarity of the ask.
5. Savings-group simulation: Set up a mock chama in class: decide contribution amounts, loan rules, and how profits/support will be shared.
6. Field visit / guest speaker: Invite a local social entrepreneur or county youth officer to talk about how they got support and the importance of record-keeping.
7. Implementation and reporting: When resources are gathered, carry out the small enterprise, keep simple accounts, and present results to the school/ community.

Quick visual: Resource mobilisation flow

Assessment tasks & reflection

• Group assignment: Submit a one-page project plan + low-cost budget (meets outcomes b and c).
• Presentation: Each group gives a 3-minute pitch and answers 2 questions from classmates (meets outcome c).
• Reflection: Write a short paragraph explaining why resource mobilisation matters to your community (meets outcome d).
• Quiz: Short questions on types of resources and steps to mobilise (meets outcome a).