We’re not
just a business, we’re a force for positive change.

As a Community Interest Company (CIC), our purpose is clear: Channel the power of creativity and innovation towards benefiting our community, not private shareholders.

Unique Community First Business Model

What do we want to do?

Empowering Our Community

At Etchr CIC, we’re passionate about creating opportunities for young people and families in our community. Our vision includes:

  • Making exciting activities accessible to all
  • Subsidising existing clubs to broaden participation
  • Organising educational, sporting, and creative events
  • Developing pop-up projects for all ages

We believe in the power of community-driven initiatives. By becoming a Community Interest Company, we’re not just relying on external funding – we’re creating our own sustainable model to support these vital programs.

Empowering our community
Inforgraphic of a tree showing a what Etchr has done so far

Our Impact So Far

In just a short time, Etchr CIC has already made significant strides:

  • Provided ongoing tech support to local charities
  • Helped launch 3 small businesses with technology and practical assistance
  • Grown the ‘Cirencester Community Hub’ on Facebook to over 3,000 members

We’re now gearing up to take our community engagement to the next level. Our upcoming services will benefit local businesses, serve the community, and promote our town and villages to both residents and visitors. Join us in building a stronger, more connected community. Your support can help turn these ideas into reality!

Our Friends and Supporters

Empowering Community, Nurturing Creativity, Igniting Change


Making a vision become a reality will take resources. We create our own resources by providing services for our community.

A Community Interest Company (CIC) is a type of social enterprise that operates to benefit the community rather than private shareholders, reinvesting profits into social projects and initiatives.

Creativity

Creativity is the foundation of innovation and personal expression. We encourage everyone to explore their creative potential through a variety of activities and experiences.

Technology

We advocate for responsible use of technology, emphasising open-source solutions. This approach fosters collaboration and innovation while benefiting the community and the environment.

Education

Education is essential for growth and development. We support educators by providing engaging, hands-on learning opportunities that inspire and empower students.

Empowerment

Etchr is dedicated to empowering the community through creativity, education, and technology. We prioritise social impact, reinvesting profits into meaningful initiatives and projects.

Connecting Your Business with Your Community

As a local business, keeping up with marketing on different social media platforms can be challenging. Your promotions can easily get lost in the thousands of posts your potential customers see every day…

…when locals find out about your events, it’s often too late, which isn’t good for your business.

Thankfully, Cirencester’s community is always interested in supporting local businesses.

With Atsu, locals can stay updated with your business and what you’re offering. By using Atsu, you can boost your impact in the Cirencester community and watch your business grow. 



We’re a Team of Local People who want the best for our Community… Then to Share with Others

We have an ambition to bring together communities with creativity, open technologies and education. Giving each community the tools to become prosperous in their own right. We have a Facebook Community whilst we develop our dedicated community platform.

The
Cirencester Community Hub on Facebook

2024

Year Founded

3500+

Current Members

12000

Visits each Month

Testimonials

Etchr have gotten us Google Workspace for charities, set our email us, fixed our website and continue to provide tech support saving us thousands

Rebecca Cotton

Fund Raising Manager
Cirencester Housing for Young People (CHYP)

Support Etchr, Use Our Community

We are not relaying on funding, we’re going to provide useful services and pay our taxes like any other limited company – but our profits go to help your families and friends. It really is a win win.

Connect to other businesses

We love collaboration and Etchr make a point to introduce charities, businesses and individuals.

We are also setting up cottage industries

We like to design and make sustainable products. The united Kingdom needs manufacturing.

Fun and Educational Pop-Ups

Another Etchr initiative is to start pop-up workshops and maker spaces. We can make it happen!

Speed up The process!

Get Behind Us