©Spaghetti Weston Creative Estuary is delighted to share the evaluation of phase 2, which examines the social value created through its work between 2023 and 2026.
A social value return on investment measures the wider value created by Creative Estuary’s work beyond financial results. It assesses the positive impact our services have on people and communities.
Independently carried out by RealWorth, the report evaluates how Creative Estuary has supported creatives, organisations and communities to connect, grow and thrive across the Thames Estuary from 2023-2026.
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These numbers reflect the confidence gained, relationships strengthened and growing sense of belonging amongst the creatives, organisations and communities who have helped shape Creative Estuary’s phase 2 journey.
They highlight the power of investing in people, partnerships and long-term creative ecosystems.
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©Alisa Boanta “It’s been refreshing to work with an organisation that puts culture at the heart of driving positive change for people and places. Creative Estuary’s ambition to spread opportunities beyond the usual cultural centres, combined with the passion of the team delivering it, makes this a genuinely exciting project.
“It was fantastic to speak to so many people involved and impacted by the programme and hear first-hand about the positive impact it is having on their lives.” – David Noble, Social Value Consultant, RealWorth
“Our evaluation is a powerful example of the difference creativity makes. It shows the depth of social value being generated across Essex and Kent, from improved wellbeing and stronger local connections to new opportunities for creatives and communities.
“We are incredibly proud of the impact Creative Estuary and our partners have achieved over the last 3 years, and excited to share that story more widely.” – Lorraine Cox, Director, Creative Estuary
