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Welcome to the 94 social enterprises, cooperatives, responsible businesses, civic organizations, and networks that became Good Market approved in April 2025! This month’s roundup includes new members from Argentina, Brazil, Guatemala, Mexico, the United States, South Africa, Uganda, Kenya, Somalia, Cameroon, Nigeria, Mali, Spain, Ireland, Scotland, England, Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, Romania, Ukraine, Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Indonesia, Australia. You can see half of them below. Part 2 is here. More than 4,346 enterprises across 117 countries are now part of the Good Market commons. ❤️
Seattle, Washington, United States
Splash Social Enterprises produces durable, child-appropriate drinking water and handwashing stations to conserve water, support behavior change, and improve long-term health and hygiene outcomes. The stations are height adjustable for different ages and abilities, easy to install, clean, and maintain, and designed to appeal to children and encourage use. Splash Social Enterprises manufactures locally in Africa and Asia to reduce costs and sells to government and civil society Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) programs for distribution in schools, healthcare facilities, and other low-resource, institutional settings. They are a subsidiary of Splash International, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit that promotes healthy WASH behaviors, installs water filtration and water storage systems, constructs and refurbishes toilets, and strengthens school-based menstrual health services. Splash Social Enterprises reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Dublin, Ireland
Recycle IT creates sustainable local employment and contributes to a circular economy by providing recycling drop-off and collection services in Dublin and surrounding areas. They collect, safely break down, and recycle all types of electrical, electronic, and metal waste from large household appliances and office equipment to small battery-operated devices. Recycle IT offers free collection for charities, community organizations, schools, and local authority housing estates. Profits from recycling and paid services are used to fund training opportunities and living wage employment for people with barriers to work. Recycle IT is a member of Oakfield Trust, Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland (SERI), Irish Social Enterprise Network (ISEN), Community Resources Network Ireland (CRNI), and Public Participation Networks (PPN). They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Wappingers Falls, New York, United States
Unshattered makes premium handbags from upcycled materials in New York, employs women in recovery, and ends the addiction relapse cycle by providing pathways toward economic independence and sustained sobriety. They create bags, wallets, and other accessories from discarded car interiors, airline seat leather, retired military uniforms, racing sails, manufacturing scrap, and other surplus or reclaimed materials. They also offer custom bags and heirloom bags made from meaningful personal garments. Unshattered starts with a 10-week training period for women coming out of substance abuse recovery programs. After this period, women are invited to join the team as full-time employees with wages, benefits, individual coaching, trauma therapy, job skills training, personal and professional development support, and community. This combination gives them the opportunity to find their purpose and live an addiction-free life. Unshattered is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit and a member of REDF, Working for Women, Praxis, and Stand Together. They reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Athens, Greece
Trofy.Lab designs and implements solutions in agriculture, technology, and urban planning to reshape urban food systems, promote food justice, and increase access to food for marginalized socioeconomic groups in Athens. They focus on converting yards, balconies, terraces, and roofs into urban vegetable gardens to expand food production, digital projects and research to develop agri-food networks, and educational activities to support behavior change and participation. Trofy.Lab funds permaculture design courses, sustainability certifications, and other capacity-building opportunities for their employees. They are a member of Impact Hub Athens and Open Food Network.
San Francisco, California, United States
LIFT Economy aims to create, model, and share a racially just, regenerative, and locally self-reliant economy that works for the benefit of all life. They specialize in impact consulting, B Corporation consulting, leadership coaching, and training programs. The Next Economy MBA teaches business fundamentals from a socially just and environmentally regenerative perspective. Next Economy Leadership is a workshop series focused on growing strong teams and cultures. Next Economy Living is a six-month learning journey to design and create a values-driven life. LIFT Economy offers inclusive pricing, flexible payment plans, and discounts. They also produce podcasts, newsletters, books, and other resources and engage in field building. LIFT Economy is a certified B Corporation and a worker cooperative registered as a California Benefit Corporation. They are a member of the United States Federation of Worker Cooperatives, Network of Bay Area Worker Cooperatives (NoBAWC), and New York City Network of Worker Cooperatives (NYC NOWC).
Florianópolis, Brazil
Prototipando a Quebrada connects youth from peripheral communities in Brazil to knowledge and opportunities within the technology ecosystem. They offer an eight-week in-person immersion program, an 18-month hybrid acceleration program, access to technology events and entrepreneurial competitions, visits to technology companies, discussion circles, workshops, and dedicated learning centers in favela communities. Programs come at no cost to the students and are designed to promote social mobility by connecting qualified youth to mentors, infrastructure, tailored support, and vacancies in technology companies. Prototipando a Quebrada is a member of Central Unica das Favelas (CUFA), Gerando Falcões Network and Impact Hub Florianópolis. They reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
San Francisco, California, United States
The Last Mile (TLM) unlocks the human and economic potential of people impacted by the justice system in the United States through education and technology training. They create personal and professional development opportunities by providing in-prison vocational training and post-release employment coaching. Courses include web development fundamentals, JavaScript development, digital audio production, and video editing and post-production. Program alumni receive free laptops and individualized reentry support from the alumni success team and a community with shared lived experiences. The Last Mile began in San Quentin in California and now works with corrections departments, government agencies, and corporations in states across the country to dramatically reduce recidivism rates and break the cycle of incarceration. Their scholarship fund supports educational opportunities for the children and families of program participants. The Last Mile is an initiative of Turn 2 U, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization and reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Dublin, Ireland
Partas was started in 1984 to address unemployment and disadvantage in Tallaght and build an inclusive and thriving community through local enterprise and social economy development. Their four enterprise centers serve as focal points for local community development and provide affordable workspace, business training, mentoring, and ongoing support. Partas implements government projects and offers community employment programs to help people who are long-term unemployed access accredited training and return to work through part-time and temporary job placements. They also established The Edge incubation hub, Priory Brewing craft beer microbrewery, and Coffee at the Edge cafe as Social+Local businesses that reinvest all profits into local economic development and jobs. All facilities and services are designed for accessibility. Partas is a member of Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland (SERI), Social+Local Enterprise Alliance, and the EU Commission Expert Group on the Social Economy and Social Enterprises (GECES).
Magway, Myanmar
Roots Myanmar produces natural value-added food, supports farmers who want to transition to organic practices, and creates livelihood opportunities for rural women in Myanmar. They offer peanut butter, cashew butter, tahini, and gomashio made from locally sourced, naturally grown peanut, sesame, and cashew, providing an alternative to imported products made with preservatives and other additives. Roots Myanmar helps farmers committed to organic practices connect with consumers looking for healthy, fair, and sustainably produced foods and provides fair pricing and purchase guarantees for organic crops. Their acreage-based pricing model guarantees fair pricing regardless of yield. Roots Myanmar offers flexible, family-friendly employment for women and donates to producing communities based on local needs. They are a member of Catalyst Now.
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Sew Valley helps apparel entrepreneurs and brands manufacture locally, sustainably, ethically, and efficiently from their garment factory, sample room, and incubator space in Cincinnati, Ohio. They offer product design, development, and small-batch production services, workshops, classes, and consultations, studio space, and equipment rental. Their Sew Valley Made online store focuses on upcycled secondhand clothing and accessories. Their Zero Waste Program repurposes textile waste into fabric fill for upholstery, insulation, and soundproofing. Sew Valley avoids single-use packaging, maintains recycling and composting programs, and works with designers and other clients to source responsibly and minimize waste. They pay living wages for all full-time and part-time staff. Sew Valley is a certified 513 Green Workplace and a member of Textile Exchange, Rustbelt Fibershed, Urban Manufacturing Alliance, and the United Nations Fashion and Lifestyle Network. They are registered as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit and reinvest all surplus towards their purpose.
Bovina Center, New York, United States
Bovina Center Montessori School provides nature-based education for children aged eight weeks to 18 years on a permaculture farm in Delaware County, New York. They offer an authentic Montessori curriculum in mixed age groups, after-school activities, summer school, daycare, and coworking spaces for parents. Bovina Center Montessori School supports the natural development of human beings from early life to young adulthood with a focus on nature conservation, creative arts, sustainable and regenerative practices, and entrepreneurial skills. They offer tuition aid for families in financial need. Bovina Center Montessori School is a member of the American Montessori Society (AMS), Association Montessori Internationale (AMI), and Catskills Forest Association (CFA).
Nairobi, Kenya
Chloe Stewart Collective aims to forge a positive pathway out of poverty for women in Kayole Saweto, Nairobi by teaching them traditional hand embroidery skills, unlocking their potential to earn a sustainable income. They offer their own line of hand-embroidered lampshades and collaborate with architects, interior designers, fashion brands, influencers, and hotels to create other handmade housewares and accessories. Each purchase supports the women’s livelihoods and funds English and accountancy classes, family health education, and art workshops for children. Chloe Stewart Collective has a tiered pricing structure for local and international customers. They work with United Cultural Empowerment and Social Community Organization (UCESCO) Africa and other local partners to strengthen community ties and equip local women with the skills they need to generate a decent and sustainable income. Chloe Stewart Collective is a member of The Bloom.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Impact Hub Minneapolis-St. Paul facilitates the development, growth, and success of purpose-driven entrepreneurs dedicated to creating a more inclusive and sustainable Twin Cities and a better world. They connect entrepreneurs and innovators to resources, knowledge, and community through shared workspace, training opportunities, one-on-one coaching, curated events, and social impact startup support. Impact Hub Minneapolis-St. Paul provides scholarships for those experiencing financial barriers and work trade opportunities so members can contribute time or skills in exchange for access to coworking space and community resources. They are a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission. Impact Hub Minneapolis-St. Paul is a member of the global Impact Hub network.
Greystones, Ireland
Understory builds climate resilience in communities, enhances biodiversity, and drives impactful projects in Ireland through innovative circular economy practices and solutions inspired by nature. They provide experiential outdoor learning opportunities, workshops, tailored training programs, and consulting services for community groups, schools, universities, and businesses. They also offer nest boxes, nature kits, wooden signs, field guides, and other zero-waste products that support biodiversity. Understory uses locally sourced, salvaged, and recycled materials and compostable, plastic-free packaging. They create habitats for frogs, woodpeckers, pollinators, and other wildlife in their studio and garden in Wicklow. Understory maintains flexible pricing to ensure those with low incomes can access products and services. They are a member of Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland.
Recife, Brazil
Viverde Casa connects home improvement and construction contractors with affordable, skilled service providers and suppliers to promote quality workmanship, socioeconomic inclusion, and sustainable practices. Their platform ensures secure contracts and fair pricing based on the geographic location of the project, the purchasing power of the contractor, and the criteria for performing the service. They address the challenges of seasonal employment by helping service providers maintain consistent income, grow their skills through ongoing work, and access additional professional qualifications and entrepreneurial education. Viverde Casa prioritizes natural, sustainably sourced, and low-toxicity materials, volunteers, and donates to Greenpeace, Doctors Without Borders, Aldeia Nissi, and other social and environmental initiatives. They are a member of Impact Hub São Paulo.
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Sundaram promotes social inclusion through the arts by empowering persons with disabilities to express themselves creatively and participate in inclusive theatre productions. They offer sign language training, cultural workshops, and accessible performances that highlight the talents of people with disabilities while fostering community engagement. Sundaram advances disability rights and social awareness across Bangladesh through fair compensation, collaborative partnerships, and resource-sharing with grassroots organizations. They minimize waste, prioritize local sourcing, and promote environmental awareness in all events and outreach activities. Sundaram is a member of Impact Hub Dhaka. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Portland, Oregon, United States
Stone Soup PDX builds economic stability for people experiencing barriers to employment and nourishes Portland through culinary training and community meals. They offer foods and drinks from their cafe in the Montavilla neighborhood, off-site catering services, and a free 12-week culinary training program to help people develop the skills and experience needed to pursue fulfilling careers in the food industry. Participants progress through three tiers, learning kitchen fundamentals, gaining hands-on catering experience, and training in a real-world production environment. The program includes Workforce and Interpersonal Skills Education (WISE) to develop communication, conflict resolution, teamwork, and job readiness skills as well as job search support. Stone Soup PDX provides meals to food-insecure individuals living in shelters, transitional housing, and those receiving mental health services and offers pay-what-you-can options in their cafe for residents of supportive housing units. They are a member of Catalyst Kitchens and REDF.
Schlieren, Switzerland
Diiszwii produces vegan treats in Switzerland from natural, organic, and sustainably sourced ingredients, promotes local food production and short supply chains, and provides an alternative to industrial mass-produced foods. They specialize in gluten-free and refined sugar-free bars, pralines, and energy snacks made from nuts, dates, dried fruit, and chocolate. Their packaging is plastic-free, recyclable, and made from environmentally responsible materials. Diiszwii rents their production facilities and equipment to other small-scale producers to foster innovation and growth within the local food industry, participates in a transport collaboration for product delivery, and sources from a network of suppliers committed to fair prices, direct trade relationships, and organic practices. They conduct workshops and training sessions on sustainable food production and packaging solutions. Diiszwii is a member of SENS, Social Business Earth, Slow Food Schweiz, Made in Zürich Initiative, and Swissveg.
Portland, Oregon, United States
Carpe Diem Education inspires emerging leaders to hope, grow, and connect to solutions for our planet and its residents through experiential education and engagement with local communities and their projects. They offer gap year programs for students aged 17 to 22 that combine language immersion, community service, outdoor adventure, cultural exchange, structured group travel, and independent volunteer placements. They also develop custom travel experiences for universities and high schools. Carpe Diem Education collaborates with grassroots organizations and homestay families to support community-driven initiatives, fair wages, and capacity building, contributes to local economies by sourcing from local suppliers and service providers, incorporates climate change education in their programs, and offsets travel-related carbon emissions. Their nonprofit branch, Carpe Mundi, organizes mentorship and scholarship programs for low-income, first-generation college students from the Portland area. Carpe Diem Education is a certified B Corporation and a member of the Gap Year Association (GYA) and the Transformational Travel Council (TTC).
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Bioenzyme Entrepreneurs Academy (BEA) of India is a community of bioenzyme innovators, producers, and entrepreneurs that promotes bioenzyme use to manage organic waste, reduce chemical pollutants, and restore soil and water ecosystems. Bioenzymes are fermented solutions produced from fruit peels and other household waste that can be used as natural cleaners, laundry detergents, fertilizers, and water treatments. BEA coordinates research, workshops, training programs, events, mentoring, knowledge sharing, quality standards, testing, and accreditation. They collaborate with government agencies and local communities to restore rivers, ponds, and lakes and treat municipal sewage and other waste. BEA is a member of the International Enzyme Network and Women’s Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Bioenzyme Council. They operate as a not-for-profit apex body and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Greenock, Scotland, United Kingdom
Trade Right International manufactures skincare, creates livelihood opportunities for women in Ghana, and provides employment to people transitioning from challenging life circumstances in Scotland. They use responsibly sourced shea butter from their partners in Ghana to produce soaps, lotions, and other skincare products for private label customers and for their own Carishea brand. In Scotland, Trade Right International supports individuals transitioning from incarceration, long-term unemployment, or addiction recovery by providing apprenticeship, living wage employment, and community reintegration opportunities. In Ghana, they work with women to establish cooperatives, produce shea butter, and earn a stable income. Their Redeem Exchange initiative collects, cleans, refills, and redistributes hand sanitizer bottles to reduce waste and contribute to a circular economy. Trade Right International is a registered Community Interest Company (CIC), an accredited Living Wage Employer, and a member of Social Enterprise Scotland and Circular Communities Scotland.
Albany, California, United States
Sarana Community Acupuncture provides a place of rest and refuge, builds community, and offers relief from pain, suffering, stress, and isolation through affordable wellness services in Albany, California. They specialize in acupuncture, cupping, and Chinese herbal medicine. Sarana Community Acupuncture provides sliding scale treatments in a community setting, offers additional discounts for veterans, minors, and people with financial hardships, and gives free services to staff and volunteers. They donate acupuncture gift certificates to local community organizations for their fundraising campaigns and pay Shuumi Land Tax in support of the Ohlone Peoples. Sarana Community Acupuncture is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, a California Green Business, and a member of the Network of Bay Area Worker Cooperatives (NoBAWC) and People’s Organization of Community Acupuncture (POCA). They reinvest all surplus towards their purpose.
Antigua, Guatemala
Impact Hub Antigua fosters social innovation and inspires, enables, and connects entrepreneurs, social impact drivers, creatives, and professionals in Guatemala who are committed to positive change. They offer coworking spaces, conference rooms, flexible membership plans, and monthly programs and events. Impact Hub Antigua runs a reintegration program for returning migrants, a program to support women entrepreneurs, and a job training program for marginalized youth. They are a member of El Directorio, Central America Donors Forum (CADF), and the global Impact Hub network.
Los Angeles, California, United States
KINdom offers fair trade clothing and accessories made from sustainably sourced materials and supports Indigenous artisans. They use organic, natural, recycled, reclaimed, and Indigenous handwoven materials and partner with ethical fair wage factories and independent cooperatives and weaving organizations in the Philippines. Products are size-inclusive and gender-inclusive. KINdom ships in plastic-free compostable and recycled packaging. They support Indigenous partners by covering material costs, donating essential supplies, and providing food and financial aid during emergencies. KINdom is a member of Fair Trade LA and United Brands for Eco-Conscious & Ethical Fashion, supports Fashion Revolution and Garment Worker Center campaigns, and organizes and participates in cultural and educational events to promote sustainable practices.
Ennis, Ireland
Clarecare has been offering person-centered support services to improve the lives of individuals and families in County Clare since 1968. They provide addiction treatment programs, family support for parents and young people, and day centers, social work services, and home care for elders. Their thrift shops in Ennis and Killaloe divert waste from landfills and offer affordable pre-loved clothing, footwear, accessories, furniture, and household items. Clarecare is a member of Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland (SERI), Public Participation Networks (PPN), The Wheel, Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland, National Centre for the Circular Economy, Age Friendly Ireland, Clare Social Enterprise, Healthy Clare, Clare Local Development, Clare Community Integration Forum, and Clare Volunteers. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Labongo, Uganda
Pamagara R&D Organisation offers research and development services to enhance knowledge and innovation, address local challenges, and elevate living standards in Uganda. They implement environment, health, and socioeconomic research and development programs, deliver sector-specific training and consultancy services, forge collaborations, and engage in strategic partnerships. Pamagara R&D Organisation is a member of the UNESCO Youth Association, Uganda Water and Sanitation Network, and Kitgum NGO Forum. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their purpose.
Carlton, Victoria, Australia
Melbourne Business School educates emerging leaders to create and protect economic growth, social equality, shared prosperity, and environmental resources for a sustainable future. They offer graduate degree programs, short courses for professionals, custom learning solutions for organizations, and event spaces for business conferences, trainings, seminars, and workshops. Their faculty conducts original multi-disciplinary research to provide insights and solutions to complex economic, social, and environmental challenges. Melbourne Business School includes the Dilin Duwa Centre for Indigenous Business Leadership, the Centre for Sustainability and Business, and the Centre for Social Purpose Organisations, which helps not-for-profit and other for-purpose organizations develop their strategic and operational capabilities and grow their impact sustainably. Scholarships are available for domestic and international students, Indigenous Australians, women business leaders, and emerging social purpose leaders. Melbourne Business School operates under a not-for-profit structure and reinvests all surplus towards their purpose.
Campo Grande, Brazil
República das Arteiras uses technology to connect clients with seamstresses, create flexible and inclusive livelihood opportunities, and support the shift from fast fashion to more personalized, localized, and fairer production. Services include repairs, alterations, upcycling, tailoring, pattern creation, retail production, and custom clothing, accessories, bed, table, and bath linens, lingerie, and swimwear. República das Arteiras supports their seamstresses through entrepreneurial training, promotional tools, business partnerships, and collaborative network development. They prioritize inclusion and encourage seamstresses to serve underrepresented groups, including people with disabilities, diverse bodies, and religious needs. República das Arteiras is part of Impact Hub Brasília and the Fashion Revolution community.
Longford, Ireland
REVAMP 3RStore brings new life to unwanted furniture, contributes to a circular economy, and provides vocational skills training and job opportunities for the long-term unemployed in County Longford, Ireland. They accept furniture donations, provide furniture repair, restoration, upholstery, and upcycling services, recycle water-based paints, and make quality furniture affordable for low-income groups. REVAMP 3RStore addresses high levels of local unemployment through mentoring, training, work placements, and tailored support. They are a member of Rediscovery Centre Ballymun Dublin, Irish National Organisation of the Unemployed (INOU), Community Resources Network Ireland (CRNI), Paint Reuse Network, Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland (SERI), Public Participation Networks (PPN), Longford Community Resources (LCRL), and LongfordCoCo. REVAMP 3RStore reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Gladstone Central, Queensland, Australia
Gladstone Region Autistic and Neurodivergent Network (GRANN) supports, advocates for, and empowers autistic and neurodivergent people across the Gladstone Region by fostering inclusion, amplifying lived experience, building community connections, and driving systemic change. They offer advisory services, peer-led support groups, inclusive informational sessions, sensory-friendly community gatherings and events, free advocacy toolkits and educational resources, and opportunities for connection, leadership, and representation. All programs are co-designed and grounded in lived experience and neuro-affirming values. GRANN ensures affordability through community sponsorships, subsidized and tiered pricing, and flexible payment plans. They strengthen local resilience by partnering with small businesses, community groups, and ethical suppliers. GRANN reinvests all surplus towards their purpose.
Barcelona, Spain
Beta Impacto aims to drive positive change through impact venture capital investments that benefit the Ibero-American region. They invest in startups with measurable environmental and social impact, disruptive and exponential technologies, high potential for financial returns and scalability, and a focus on agroecology and food security, climate change and energy, education, and social inclusion. Beta Impacto specializes in project origination, pipeline management, impact evaluation and measurement, project valuation, economic-financial analysis, institutional relations, and portfolio tracking and reporting. They are a member of the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), Impact Trade, and Impact Hub Barcelona.
Old Sarum, England, United Kingdom
Pulse on Prosperity® guides individuals, businesses, and communities to access their prosperity by working together. They offer online mentorship programs to help change makers go from where they are to where they want to go next and community programs to harness the power of collaboration. Their Prosperity Potlucks are unique, community-driven gatherings that bring a diverse mix of charities, social enterprises, and businesses together over a meal to share ideas, build relationships, and identify what’s needed to close social and economic gaps. Prosperity Habitats are long-term, locally focused initiatives aimed at empowering communities to build prosperity together from the the grassroots up. Me to We is an online community where like-minded individuals support and uplift one another. Pulse on Prosperity® is a Community Interest Company (CIC) and a member of Social Enterprise UK.
Knockatee, Ireland
Leading Ireland’s Future Together (LIFT) Ireland aims to increase positive leadership capabilities in Ireland through a values-based learning approach. They host roundtables, seminars, facilitator workshops, meetups, and other events. Their Leadership Roundtables are led by certified facilitators and bring people together in small group discussions over an eight-week period to improve on eight key leadership values: listening, positive attitude, respect, competence, dedication and determination, empathy, understanding, accountability, and honesty and integrity. These values were democratically identified through national and independently run surveys asking Irish citizens about leadership attributes they felt the country needed to develop most. LIFT is open to everyone in Ireland. They use their surplus to provide discounted or free services to any individual or organization who wishes to participate but cannot make a financial contribution. LIFT Ireland is a member of The Wheel.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Ray Pay is a mobile payment application that gives visually impaired individuals more autonomy when making in-store purchases in Brazil. When people use Ray Pay to scan the QR code on a credit card machine, the app audibly communicates the transaction details so they can confirm the information and complete the payment. There is also a personalized visual experience for people with low vision. The service reduces fraud risks by eliminating the need to physically handle a card, enter a security code on a potentially inaccessible machine, or rely on a salesperson or third party. Ray Pay is a member of Impact Hub Rio de Janeiro.
Hersham, England, United Kingdom
Norton Barton Artisan Food Village offers a hub for artisan food producers in North Cornwall and champions sustainable, artisan, British food production. Their resident producers offer charcuterie, biscuits, cheese, tinned fish, and spirits, with tastings and distillery tours available to visitors. They provide land and building space at low rates to like-minded organizations that support their purpose. Norton Barton Artisan Food Village holds Food Enterprise Zone status, supporting skilled, year-round jobs in sustainable agriculture and food production in an area with high seasonal unemployment.
Surat, Gujarat, India
Vasudhaa Vastrram produces menswear in India with a commitment to heritage craftsmanship and environmental responsibility. They offer shirts, kurtas, and tunics made from biodegradable cotton, bamboo, and linen fabrics with hand block printed designs and natural dyes like turmeric and indigo. Each product comes with seeds for customers to plant. Vasudhaa Vastrram maintains long-term partnerships with local suppliers, ensures consistent work, fair compensation, safe working conditions, and access to healthcare, and conducts training workshops for artisans and workers. They partner with local organizations and schools to support environmental awareness campaigns, sustainability education, and local environmental initiatives.
Erechim, Brazil
AKVO ESG provides environmental, social, and governance (ESG) solutions to companies and events to help them adopt sustainable practices, reduce carbon emissions, preserve ecosystems, and promote economic development. They specialize in sustainability reporting, ESG diagnostics, carbon neutrality strategies, rural carbon assessments, decarbonization planning, and carbon neutral and carbon negative certifications. Their platform helps clients of all sizes measure, manage, and offset their greenhouse gas emissions. AKVO ESG is part of Sistema B, Movimento Nacional ODS RS, Pacto Global Rede Brasil, and Impact Hub Porto Alegre.
Râșnov, Romania
Defensive Pedal encourages more people to cycle for short urban trips by enhancing cyclist safety. Their mobile app prioritizes the safest routes for cyclists over the shortest ones. It evaluates risk factors like speed limits, lane width, and road surface quality, offers low-risk routes, provides real-time alerts about potential hazards, and makes personalized adjustments based on individual risk tolerance and cycling preferences. Defensive Pedal is a member of Impact Hub Bucharest.
London, England, United Kingdom
Sylt Pickling reduces food waste and promotes healthier eating habits through pickling. They offer a range of wonky pickles made from cucumbers and peppers rejected by supermarkets, pickling liquids that make it easy to preserve seasonal produce at home, workshops, recipes, and other free educational content. Products are made from natural ingredients and packed in recyclable and reusable glass jars.
Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Impact Hub Belo Horizonte creates collaborative and inclusive spaces and communities seeking economic, social, and environmental regeneration. They offer affordable coworking spaces, meeting rooms, event venues, training, business incubation and acceleration, and impact measurement services from their Savassi hub. Impact Hub Belo Horizonte hosts events and fosters local collaboration. They are a member of the global Impact Hub network.
Faladie, Mali
Fasso BTP Fosse Biofil provides environmentally responsible construction and sanitation solutions to improve quality of life for communities in Mali. Their flagship product, the Biofil septic system, breaks down organic waste, produces biogas, and offers a sustainable and efficient alternative to traditional septic tanks. Fasso BTP Fosse Biofil supports areas with limited access to centralized sewage infrastructure.
Campinas, Brazil
Carbon Exchange offers environmental data and software to protect forests and reduce global fire incidents. They provide rapid fire detection and response systems using camouflaged hardware integrated with drones. They also offer monitored tree planting services in urban peripheries for carbon emissions offsetting. Carbon Exchange is a member of Impact Hub São Paulo.
Florianópolis, Brazil
ESGreen helps organizations in Brazil and Latin America manage their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks to shape a more sustainable and prosperous future. Their platform transforms raw data into valuable insights and provides dashboards for ESG tracking across clients and suppliers. They also offer materiality audits, certifications, and an ESG education platform with courses, materials, and content links related to ESG principles. ESGreen is a member of Impact Hub Brasilia.
New York, New York, United States
Capirato, Mexico
Cho’oloi offers handcrafted housewares that celebrate traditional Mexican folk art and craftsmanship and create livelihood opportunities for people with disabilities and people from disadvantaged rural areas. They specialize in products made from natural, sustainably sourced raw materials like popotillo straw mosaics and painted gourds. Cho’oloi provides training, marketing, and distribution support and reinvests a portion of all sales towards their mission.
São José, Brazil
Digitais Pretas empowers black women entrepreneurs in Brazil to build their businesses and their leadership. They provide a supportive network, mentorship, consulting, online courses, books, workshops, events, and other resources. Digitais Pretas creates safe spaces for women to share experiences, provide emotional support, and celebrate each other’s achievements. They have a social pricing model with a focus on affordability and inclusion. Digitais Pretas is a member of Impact Hub Florianópolis.
Piliyandala, Sri Lanka
Black Ant produces handcrafted bags and creates sustainable employment opportunities for low-income women in Sri Lanka. They specialize in washable and durable bags made from cotton yarn, jute yarn, unbleached cotton cloth, and handloom fabrics. Black Ant works with women in Bandaragama, Horana, Piliyandala, and Millaniya who are skilled in macramé, crochet, knitting, and sewing. They supply environmentally responsible raw materials, market the bags, and pay fair wages.
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