ASE promotes the development of social enterprises, business ventures which address social problems. Social enterprises are more-than-profit businesses that use blended-value models to create a revenue-generating business with a social-value generating element.
Although our work to date has been focused on not-for-profit organizations, including churches, our programs are designed to serve a broad range of social entrepreneurs.
Our core program is the Social Enterprise Academy, which provides training and mentoring, as well as the opportunity to compete in a venture competition. Since ASE began, working with a variety of strategic partners, ASE has produced over two thirty-two Social Enterprise Academies. The unique program has expanded capacity for over 300 social entrepreneurs, generating over $10 million dollars in new investment and earned income streams. In post-program evaluation reports, 65% of the participants generated new revenue within a year of participating and 94% said that their participation in the Academy had a valuable and significant impact on the way that they manage their business.
23564 Calabasas Road Suite 201
Calabasas, CA 91302
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Healing, Support, and Transformation into Leadership
At The Angel Moms Collective, we know grief isn’t only about missing your child— it’s about learning how to live, lead, and find meaning in a world that no longer feels the same.
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Atlanta, GA 30339
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Building peaceful communities at the intersection of social justice, education, and the arts to foster healing since 1999.
We envision a world where cross-cultural artistic expression and collaboration serve as a catalyst for interethnic dialogue and innovation, global understanding, healing and world peace. Education and social impact business initiatives sustain and further those bridges while nurturing global leadership.
Together, we foster a just world for all, honoring our collective humanity.
P.O. Box 14781
Chicago, IL 60614
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The Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project, Inc. (GLSRP) is a nonprofit 501c3 corporation that is about saving lives!
The GLSPR:
Tracks the Great Lakes drowning statistics (1,050+ drownings since 2010)
Performs “Great Lakes Water Safety” presentations and trainings (Over 900+ in 7 of the 8 Great Lakes states since 2011)
Works with family and friends of Great Lakes drowning victims to advocate water safety.
Performs In-service Training for Open Water Surf Lifeguards and First Responders
Leads the Great Lakes Water Safety Public Relations and Media Relations Campaigns
Leads many Great Lakes Water Safety “Special Projects”, which often span multiple years
Mission: To eradicate drownings by being the leader of Great Lakes water safety by providing training, public preparedness, and public awareness..
Vision: Everyone in the Great Lakes region, nationwide and worldwide, is knowledgeable, engaged and proactive in water safety with an emphasis on the Great Lakes region.
Special Spectators is a nonprofit organization profoundly impacting the lives of seriously ill children and their family by creating memorable VIP all-access game day experiences at sporting events across the United States. Since 2002, we've hosted over 10,000 patients, parents and siblings at nearly 500 games - mostly college football.
In collaboration with over 40 of the biggest programs in the country, we create inspiring and memorable experiences for kids battling cancer, awaiting organ transplants and other life-threatening illnesses.
We host the ultimate Saturday experience including exclusive hospitality areas visited by student-athletes, cheerleaders, mascots and marching bands; locker room tours; meeting coaches & players; and a moving stadium announcement.
Imagine a small group of seriously ill kids standing on the field in a packed stadium, being introduced to fans resulting in one of the loudest standing ovations of the season.
We enhance grassroots rugby coaches and volunteers' understanding of trauma, so that they are more skilled in bringing adversity-experienced communities into the rugby family.
We reduce barriers such as arranging transport to clubs, sourcing kit and equipment and subscriptions, as well as connecting families with community services such as the police, social services, NHS and outreach programmes.
We provide a variety of rugby experiences in community settings, including local schools, to get young people active and excited about playing the sport. Working with Premiership rugby foundations like Bristol Bears, Sale Sharks, Northampton Saints, Bath Rugby, Scarlets Rugby, Harlequins Foundation and many more.
We consider ourselves a catalyst for social change; we increase participation among diverse groups, including those with additional needs, marginalised racial and ethnic backgrounds, and young people exposed to violence.
We make it possible for young people and families to overcome the impact of childhood or community adversity through play, relationships and the feeling of belonging.
We are looking for national and/or local sponsors, so if your company’s CSR budget aligns with the work we are doing or if you are an individual who wants to help make a difference, please get in touch.
Such a simple scheme has such a big impact
The Travelling Telescope is a social enterprise registered in Kenya in 2014. Our company is dedicated to promoting science and technology using astronomy and astrophysics tools and concepts, encourage imagination and exploration through the stars and planets. Astronomy has the ability to spark a sense of wonder and curiosity in people, and it is an amazing platform from which to encourage people to pursue science, technology and exploration. The telescope has been around for more than 400 years and yet most people have not had a chance to look through one.
WHAT WE DO
We aim to engage people from all walks of life and get them passionate about exploring the night sky. Nobody is too young or too old to get involved. We provide all the tools necessary – all anyone needs is to show up and be curious.
Nairobi,
Kenya
The inspiration for United Rocks began with Brian and Mariana Steelsmith’s desire to build a supportive, empowering community for their son, Jake, who has Down syndrome. They dreamed of creating a safe and inclusive community where he could thrive, be accepted, and be respected for who he is.
Driven by a vision of a world where individuals with disabilities are offered the same opportunities as everyone else, they turned to what they knew best: rock climbing. Having supported Jake’s brother, Gabriel, in the climbing community, they saw firsthand how the sport builds confidence, strength, and connection. This inspired them to form climbing teams for kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, health challenges, and behavioral differences.
In November 2021, the first United Rocks Climbing Team was born, bringing together five families who believed in the power of our mission. Today, United Rocks proudly supports over 400 families across the U.S.
Thank you for joining our team and believing in our vision. Together, we are building a future of inclusion—creating communities where individuals of all abilities can lead healthy, successful, and fulfilling lives.
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The World Academy for the Future of Women is a bold and rigorous leadership training program for women committed to acquiring skills and confidence to develop as campus, community, national, or global
leaders.
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