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Learn More“Social entrepreneurs are not content just to give a fish or teach how to fish. They will not rest until they have revolutionized the fishing industry.”
Bill Drayton
Upcoming Events
The Social Enterprise Toolkit Series Begins May 9
The Social Enterprise Toolkit Series Begins May 9 Theme: What You Need to Know as an EMPLOYER OPEN T...
May 9 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
SEA Summit ’19
Social enterprise’s premier, national convening: Summit ’19 in Chicago, IL Social Enterprise All...
September 9 @ 7:30 am - September 11 @ 1:30 pm
Community
Social enterprise is not just a new industry. It is a movement. Be a part of the movement. Connect with local businesses that have a mission in which you believe. Discover developments on a national and local level. Establish a relationship with a mentor. Have your questions answer in our community forum.
Networking
Come join the conversation! Attend one of our events and engage in a fun, social environment. Meet connections – nonprofits, for profits and everyone in between – who are interested in the social enterprise space. Share ideas, resources, information, and project opportunities.
Visibility
Find local social enterprises and be seen on the social enterprise member page of our website. As we support each other, the whole community grows! Select members are highlighted in our blog, on social media, and in topic-specific panels.
Resources
Are you looking for a new career path? Check out our job boards. Need top talent for your social enterprise? Create a job posting! Members also have exclusive access to our resource center where they can find information on all stages of building and growing a social enterprise.
Featured Member
1eleven is creating jobs for impoverished individuals who previously had no hope for employment. Our modern Spa Collection of luxurious soaps and soothing & refreshing bath products – are all handmade by participants in our paid transitional job program. We provide paid training and caring mentors that will lead to meaningful employment, independence and growth in an underserved community.