Secure Your Vision with Swanson Buck's Funding Expertise​

Embark on a Journey of Growth with Swanson Buck: Discover Tailored Funding Solutions, Expert Support, and Strategic Guidance to Build Strong Foundations for Your Business or Charity’s Success!

Over £3.3 Million

Successfully Brought In For Charities

90% +

Success Rate

Meet Kay Coleman

Here at Swanson Buck, we're passionate about helping both businesses and charities secure the funding they need to make their visions a reality. Our logo symbolises our commitment to helping you build strong foundations for your business or charity, providing a fertile ground for growth and development. Whether you're a charity making a positive impact in your community or a business looking to embark on exciting projects, we've got you covered.

20

Years Experience

100%

Satisfaction Rate

WHO WE ARE

About The Founder

With a rich background in retail, property management, and higher education, I bring over three decades of diverse experience to my role. My journey has seen me wear various hats at Teesside University, where I honed my skills in business support services, including procurement. Holding senior leadership positions has given me a unique perspective on organisational growth and the ability to handle complex challenges with ease.

My academic credentials include a Business Degree from Northumbria University and an MBA, complemented by PRINCE2 certification. This combination has armed me with a robust understanding of business operations, strategic planning, and project management.

Today, I apply my expertise to assist a variety of commercial and charity clients across the UK, predominantly in the North East of England. My mission is to leverage my knowledge and experience to help organisations flourish, whether they’re businesses, social enterprises, or charities. I’m passionate about fostering growth and driving success for these organisations, and I look forward to collaborating with those seeking to amplify their impact.

What started as me in the armchair of my front room has, far sooner than I ever imagined, grown into a team. Our rapid growth means I now have the privilege of working alongside the incredible people I would love to introduce you to below.

Meet the Team

The People Behind Swanson Buck

At Swanson Buck our strength lies in our people. Each member of our team brings unique experience and a shared passion for helping charities and businesses achieve their goals.

Below you will find a quick snapshot of who we are with the option to find out more about each person’s background, expertise and role within the organisation. We believe that great partnerships start with getting to know the people behind the work.

Kay Coleman

Kay Coleman

CEO

Mhairi Olivia Hides

Mhairi Olivia Hides

Chief Operating Officer

Vicki Pennick

Vicki Pennick

Communications Specialist

Brad Hides

Brad Hides

Organisational Development Manager

My Services

Empowering Your Vision with Tailored Support

Elevate your success with our expertly crafted services, designed to meet your unique needs and drive impactful results for your organisation.

Tender Writing

We'll conduct thorough research to identify relevant opportunities, craft compelling applications, and help you stand out in the highly competitive procurement landscape. ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎

Charity Funding Applications

For charities seeking to grow their success with grant applications to trusts and foundations we’re here to help. We assess your needs and develop a pipeline of applications to support your delivery.

Business Planning

We will work closely with you to develop comprehensive business plans that align with your goals, highlight your unique value proposition, and set you up for success. Whether you're starting a new venture or seeking growth opportunities. ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎

Measuring the Good

An essential element of charity development is one which is often overlooked. We’ll help you work out how to ‘Measure the Good’ in your delivery to inform the strategy and focus of your funding pipeline.

Policy Writing

Ensure your business policies have robust governance, mitigating risks and promoting compliance. Trust us for expert policy development and implementation. ‎

Not sure what you need?

Drop us an email and we’ll arrange a free one hour chat to learn more about each other and see where we can offer some help and advice.

Testimonials

Client Success Stories

Discover impactful success stories from clients who trust us to support their journey, with full respect for their privacy. Explore how our services have helped businesses and charities thrive without compromising confidentiality.

Business
Business

We’d had poor feedback on tenders, but now we score really highly and often get comments like ‘one of the best we’ve seen in a long time’.

Business
Business

Having someone who understands your business and writes as if they are part of your team makes a huge difference. It helps you feel less daunted by the amount of paperwork involved in tendering.

Business
Business

No matter what we’ve needed, Swanson Buck has it, whether that’s a menopause policy or a disaster recovery plan. Just amazing.

Business
Business

What would we do without you.

Charity
Charity

We’ve gone from surviving on fumes to actually having oxygen.

Charity
Charity

The Measuring the Good exercise really helped us focus on what we do best and stick to it.

Business
Business

Having someone understand the business and write like they work for you makes a huge difference in making you feel less daunted by the immense amount of paperwork involved in tendering.

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