This document summarizes the takeover of a community center in Beaumaris, Wales by a social enterprise. The 900 square meter center was under threat of closure by the local authority due to budget deficits. Through a year-long process, a social enterprise was established to take over operations of the center in 2012. Key steps included recruiting a skilled board, transitioning staff, securing multi-year funding from the local authority and community groups, and expanding activities to increase income and build surpluses to cover future deficits without subsidies. By 2013/14, expanded activities had increased income by £10,000 and new programs added £16,000, creating a £30,000 surplus where previously there had been a £25