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Welcome to the 85 social enterprises, cooperatives, responsible businesses, civic organizations, and networks that became Good Market approved in July 2025! This month’s roundup includes new members from Peru, Colombia, Canada, the United States, Ireland, England, Switzerland, South Africa, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Egypt, Türkiye, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Australia. You can see half of them below. Part 1 is here. More than 4,607 enterprises across 118 countries are now part of the Good Market commons. 
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Nu Chika Enabuka | ኑ ጭቃ እናቡካ creates joyful, culturally rooted learning experiences for Ethiopian children and families that strengthen family bonds, empower communities, and celebrate identity. They organize an annual festival for families, host interactive workshops and events, operate recreational centers where children can learn through hands-on experiences, and produce educational toys, children’s books, and other media that teach Ethiopian culture, environmental awareness, and essential life skills. Nu Chika Enabuka teaches children and families how to reuse materials, respect nature, and celebrate their heritage in eco-conscious ways. They provide training and raw materials to help local women earn an income through at-home production, donate books and toys to underresourced communities, offer their recreational spaces for free for individuals and organizations working in social impact, and support the fundraising efforts of community organizations through free entrance tickets to their events. Nu Chika Enabuka is a member of Social Enterprise Ethiopia.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Global Conservation Solutions aims to accelerate the transition toward a nature-positive economy by providing organizations with the tools to understand and improve their relationship with biodiversity for the benefit of all life on earth. They specialize in conservation coaching, strategic planning, geospatial consulting, facilitation, training and capacity building, and monitoring, learning, and evaluation. Global Conservation Solutions integrates global best practices with local knowledge to protect critical habitats while supporting sustainable livelihoods, cultural values, and governance capacity. They provide discounted or pro bono services to non-governmental organizations facing financial constraints and ensure that local communities, Indigenous groups, and rightsholders are meaningfully engaged at every step. Global Conservation Solutions commits to environmental responsibility through flexible work arrangements, digital-first processes, offsetting carbon emissions when travel is required, and donating to Rainforest Trust. They are a member of 1% for the Planet, Rainforest Trust Conservation Circle, Business for Nature, and Conservation Coaches Network.
Kathmandu, Nepal
Community Homestay Network promotes responsible community tourism in Nepal and enables travelers to connect with locals, hear their stories, and experience their way of life firsthand, while making a positive impact. They offer community homestays, community experiences, curated multi-day trips, and personalized travel packages with artisan workshops, traditional food preparation, nature hikes, and more. Each package is co-created with locals and leverages local expertise and resources. Community Homestay Network builds the capacity of marginalized women, youth, and communities to lead tourism activities while safeguarding the local culture and tradition and guarantees transparent value distribution. They provide training in homestay management, sustainable practices, English, social media and digital marketing, gender equality and inclusion, child protection, and animal welfare. Community Homestay Network partners with the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) and Planeterra.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Sweet Beginnings creates jobs, training, and opportunities for formerly incarcerated people in Chicagoland through beekeeping and honey-based initiatives. Participants care for urban apiaries, harvest honey, produce Beelove products, learn product development, packaging, inventory management, and quality control, gain experience in order fulfillment, customer service, retail, and cafe operations, develop essential workplace skills, and prepare for long-term employment through consistent mentorship and coaching. Program graduates have an eight percent recidivism rate compared to 55 percent for the rest of the state. Sweet Beginnings is certified through Certified Naturally Grown. They are a wholly owned subsidiary of North Lawndale Employment Network and a member of Reform for Illinois, Illinois Coalition to End Permanent Punishments, Northern Illinois Beekeepers Association, Greater Chicago Food Depository, and Chicago Cares.
Dublin, Ireland
GORM specializes in intercultural media and education that unifies across differences and advances belonging for marginalized communities in Ireland and beyond. They equip leaders through evidence-based intercultural training and consultancy, enable communities through intercultural community events and youth programs, and elevate voices through creative media projects, digital storytelling, and social impact content. Their training programs focus on intercultural competence, culturally sensitive campaigning, managing culturally diverse teams, anti-racism in the workplace, introduction to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, being an active ally, and securing psychological safety in teams. GORM offers free or low-cost programs and events to underserved communities, contributes digital storytelling resources to underrepresented voices and social initiatives, and provides 50 percent discounts to nonprofits and social enterprises. They are digital first and remote working to minimize their environmental footprint. GORM is part of Echoing Green, Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland, Social Entrepreneurs Ireland, and Belonging and Democracy Forum.
Johannesburg, South Africa
Sari for Change connects unemployed women in South Africa to the circular economy by transforming pre-loved saris into garments and accessories. They accept donations of gently worn saris and other heritage textiles, such as the khanga and Masaai blankets, and upcycle them into kaftans, kimonos, drawstring pants, dresses, shirts, blouses, bags, shawls, and scarves. Their Sari for Change Foundation equips women with sewing and business skills in dedicated incubation hubs and implements a pay-it-forward model where women who have completed training become trainers themselves. Women who are new to sewing create recycled, reusable packaging to practice their skills and earn immediate income. Sari for Change follows a strict no-plastic policy. Saris with high polyester content are repurposed into packaging, and production offcuts are transformed into upcycled totes and accessories.
Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia
WorkVentures was founded in 1979 to empower individuals and create vibrant, inclusive communities in Australia. Today, they focus on helping young people gain meaningful skills, training, and jobs, providing affordable technology and connectivity to digitally excluded communities, diverting electronic waste from landfill, and promoting a circular economy. WorkVentures delivers flexible and secure IT lifecycle management services and technical solutions to businesses of all sizes. They refurbish and sell donated computers and laptops with ongoing technical support, and they offer tailored digital inclusion packages to help people with disabilities, senior Australians, First Nations communities, students, job seekers, and underserved groups stay connected, access education, apply for jobs, and participate fully in the digital world. WorkVentures combats youth unemployment through traineeships, career pathway programs, and work placements for young people and bespoke hiring services and ongoing support for employers. They are a Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise and reinvest all surplus towards their purpose.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Jerusalem Children and Community Development Organization (JeCCDO) Social Enterprise was established in 1985 to support displaced and orphan children affected by drought and famine in Ethiopia, and evolved to promote integrated community-based development. They work on education, health, water, sanitation and hygiene, urban agriculture and bio-intensive gardening, environmental protection and promotion, livelihood promotion, child protection, community-based care of orphans and vulnerable children, capacity development of community-based organizations (CBOs), social enterprise promotion, and social accountability. The JeCCDO Opportunity for Change Training Center (JOCTC) provides training, meeting, event, and workshop facilities. JeCCDO also partners with CBOs to purchase cereals during harvest, store them for times of scarcity, and sell them at affordable prices to reduce food shortages and support community stability. They compost biodegradable waste or use it for biogas production. JeCCDO is a member of Social Enterprise Ethiopia. They reinvest all surplus towards their purpose.
Port Kembla, New South Wales, Australia
Tender Funerals works to ensure all Australians can access meaningful and affordable funerals. They support communities across the country to establish not-for-profit funeral services, deliver community education, foster open conversations, encourage practices that promote healing, and enable families to have the funeral that’s right for them at a cost that is affordable. Tender Funerals provides pay-what-it-costs services and maintains a pay-it-forward benevolent fund to assist families experiencing financial hardship. They prioritize environmentally responsible materials and work to change industry standards. Communities submit an expression of interest to start a Tender Funerals service in their area and remain involved at every step of establishing, owning, and operating the service. Their unique social franchising agreement binds network members to provide not-for-profit services and operate in alignment with the Tender Funerals credo, mission, and model. Tender Funderals is a member of Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA).
Medellín, Colombia
Low Carbon City creates collective and regenerative solutions to address climate change in cities. They mobilize the public, strengthen organizations for climate action and adaptation, research sustainability and climate change trends, generate and share knowledge, design educational content, create communication strategies and awareness campaigns for stakeholders, and develop and implement projects in collaboration with experts, communities, and organizations. Low Carbon City offers courses, workshops, events, forums, campaigns, interventions, and contests. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Evanston, Illinois, United States
Aspiritech provides quality assurance and data services and enables autistic adults in Chicago to fulfill their potential through meaningful employment. They specialize in end-to-end user testing, accessibility reviews, user experience optimization, data cleanup, annotation, migration, and validation, audio and hardware testing, web design and development, and creative services. They also provide corporate training to help leaders and managers better understand neurological differences, improve communication, and drive employee innovation, engagement, and retention. Aspiritech ensures workplace accessibility through sensory-friendly office environments, flexible work schedules, clear written communication, task breakdowns, custom onboarding and accommodations, predictable routines, adapted feedback loops, and one-on-one check-ins. They are a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Branyan, Queensland, Australia
IMPACT Recycling Hub diverts recyclable materials from landfills while creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities. They operate Bundaberg’s material recovery facility and Containers for Change depots. IMPACT Recycling Hub provides supported employment with competitive salary packages and wraparound support, including on-the-job training, leadership development, community programs, counseling services, and community navigators who assist with everyday challenges. Employees learn about recycling processes while developing teamwork and customer service skills. IMPACT Recycling Hub partners with local businesses and organizations to offer supported employees the chance to network and explore additional career opportunities. They are an initiative of IMPACT Community Services, a registered charity, and a member of Queensland Social Enterprise Council (QSEC). IMPACT Recycling Hub reinvests all surplus towards their purpose.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Zachi Chocolates produces premium organic dark chocolate, uplifts Ecuadorian communities, and supports conservation efforts in the Amazon. Their Fine Aroma Ecuadorian Arriba Cacao chocolate bar range includes lemon balm, Andean blueberry, vanilla, chili, and cacao nibs. Products are packed in tree-free Earth Pact® paper, which is made from upcycled sugarcane fibers, saves water and energy, and reduces carbon emissions. Zachi Chocolates helps preserve the cultural legacy of Zamora Chinchipe, a region in Ecuador’s southern Amazon where cacao use dates back over 5,500 years to the Mayo Chinchipe-Marañón culture. They work with small‑scale Ecuadorian farmers, follow fair trade practices, support local communities, preserve ancient cacao traditions, and protect surrounding ecosystems. Zachi Chocolates has USDA Organic certification and is a member of Chicago Fair Trade.
Istanbul, Türkiye
Ekofil Yayınları uses a community-supported model to publish ecological materials in Türkiye that focus on the wellbeing of planet and all beings on it. They bring together writers, illustrators, and translators to create children’s books, translations of ecological classics, and original works on topics such as food production, handicrafts, architecture, community building, biodiversity, and living rights. Ekofil Yayınları collaborates with small, independent, local shops, hubs, or community-supported food networks to distribute their products, rather than relying on monopolized distribution networks. They support local gatherings and festivals, create opportunities for emerging local writers and artists, make advance payments, and prioritize inclusion by enabling customers to pre-purchase books for those who cannot afford them. Ekofil Yayınları is a member of Good4Trust and Impact Hub Ankara. They operate as a not-for-profit community interest company with a non-hierarchical, egalitarian structure and reinvest all surplus into new publications.
Cairo, Egypt
Up-Fuse transforms waste into purposeful fashion, uplifts local artisans in Cairo, and promotes conscious consumption. They design and create totes, backpacks, crossbody bags, belts, travel accessories, laptop sleeves, wallets, and footwear from upcycled plastic bags, plastic bottles, car tires, and other materials. They also offer workshops on sustainable living for schools and companies. Up-Fuse diverts waste from landfills and offers maintenance and repair services to extend the life cycle of all products. They create livelihood opportunities for refugees and women from underserved communities and provide fair wages, insurance, and skill training. Up-Fuse partners with local organizations in Manshiyat Nasser, also known as Cairo’s Garbage City.
Bamenda, Cameroon
Universal Maidens Association Cameroon (UNIMAC) empowers women and girls in Cameroon through education, skills development, and leadership initiatives to foster gender equality, improve living standards, and create opportunities for women to actively participate in social and economic development. They deliver emergency relief and post-crisis support, community health services, menstrual hygiene workshops, vocational training in tailoring, digital technology, and agriculture, and entrepreneurship training, mentorship, legal aid, funding, and networks for women- and youth-led businesses. UNIMAC raises awareness on issues like gender-based violence, climate change, and human rights. They engage communities in tree planting, waste management, and other environmental conservation activities. UNIMAC is a not-for-profit organization and reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Minstead, England, United Kingdom
Real Jam & Chutney Co makes traditional preserves in New Forest and creates opportunities for people with learning disabilities to gain skills and grow their independence. Their jams, chutneys, and marmalades are handmade in small batches from fresh ingredients. They source seasonal fruit and vegetables from their own walled garden at Minstead Lodge, purchase other ingredients from local suppliers with a shared commitment to quality and sustainability, and make deliveries in their electric van to minimize environmental impact. Real Jam & Chutney Co operates under Minstead Trust and provides hands-on work experience in manufacturing, business operations, and customer service for adults with learning disabilities. They are a member of Social Enterprise UK, Go New Forest, and New Forest Business Partnership.
St Kilda, Victoria, Australia
Polaron Connect was established in 2000 to transform communications, empower multicultural voices, and address language and cultural barriers that often exclude diverse communities. They specialize in multicultural community engagement and resource co-design, expert translations, on-demand interpreting, transcription, text-to-speech, voiceovers, subtitling, multimedia production services, and multilingual content management. Polaron Connect helps community organizations, government departments, healthcare institutions, and corporations ensure access to information for everyone, regardless of language or cultural differences. They provide financial support to grassroots multicultural groups, donate digital devices to newly arrived migrant and refugee families, and offer pro bono translation and interpreting services for refugees. More than 80 percent of their employees are women from diverse backgrounds. Polaron Connect reinvests their profits towards their purpose.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Zemenay designs size-inclusive clothing, promotes body positivity, fosters conscious consumption, and celebrates Ethiopian cultural heritage. They specialize in plus-size coats, jackets, dresses, and other apparel. Zemenay prioritizes fabrics from Ethiopia to support the local textile industry, applies circular practices by repurposing existing materials, and provides reusable canvas tote bags to reduce waste. They are a member of Social Enterprise Ethiopia and Creative Hub Ethiopia.
Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
The Full Circle Collective champions the circular economy through resource recovery, repair, and reuse, and empowers people to have a positive environmental impact through grassroots environmental action. Their circular shop and community space in Newcastle offers sustainably sourced clothing, accessories, furniture, housewares, gardening supplies, refills, recycling drop-off, repair cafes, workshops, and community events. They also provide environmental education, grant writing, project management, community engagement, research, impact measurement, sustainable event coordination, and consulting services. The Full Circle Collective maintains a pay-what-you-can model for workshops, provides free clothing for people in need, and minimizes margins to ensure affordability. They are a member of Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA) and reinvest all surplus towards their purpose.
Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
Developing and Nurturing Independence (DANI) supports adults with developmental disabilities in Toronto to grow and thrive through personal development, community integration, and a focus on individual strengths. Activities are tailored to the abilities, aspirations, and goals of each participant and include life skills, literacy, health and physical fitness, drama, art, music, recreation, vocational skills, employment, and community living programs. DANI partners with local nonprofits and employers to coordinate volunteer opportunities and job placements. Services are accessible to low-income groups through a subsidized fee structure supported by government funding, community donations, and fundraising initiatives. DANI is a Buy Social Canada Certified Social Enterprise and a member of Ontario Disability Employment Network and Toronto Jewish Disability Network. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Creating Chances inspires, develops, empowers, and equips young people in Australia to realize their potential and drive positive change. They partner with schools in disadvantaged areas to deliver evidence-based sport programs that facilitate personal growth, community engagement, social change, and sustainable post-school opportunities. After participating, students can join the Creating Chances facilitation and coaching team as school-based trainees to gain work skills and experience. Creating Chances provides customized support for Aboriginal, refugee, culturally and linguistically diverse, regional, and marginalized communities. They share knowledge, resources, and expertise and participate in community events, forums, and speaking engagements related to youth development, sport for social impact, and social enterprise. Creating Chances is a member of Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA). They reinvest all surplus towards their purpose.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Jitu Compost transforms urban food waste into organic fertilizer in Ethiopia to build soil, promote climate-smart agriculture, increase food security, and protect the environment in Ethiopia. They collect dry waste from the community, mix it with cow dung, and produce quality compost for local gardens, nurseries, and farms. They also provide training and support for organic producers. Jitu Compost partners with Eco-justice Ethiopia and other local civil society organizations.
Cairns North, Queensland, Australia
Aspire Community leverages sport and cultural participation to drive personal growth and social change and uplift Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth. They partner with schools and communities to deliver sports programs and support young women and girls through mentoring, leadership, and wellbeing activities. Aspire Community creates inclusive spaces and provides young people with the tools they need to overcome barriers and reach their full potential. They provide staff, transport, equipment, and services to local community organizations at low or no cost. Aspire Community is a member of Queensland Social Enterprise Council (QSEC). They reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Istanbul, Türkiye
Net Zero Cup offers a carbon-neutral alternative to single-use plastic cups and protects the planet by reducing waste. They produce reusable cups in Istanbul using bioplastic derived from post food production sugarcane juice and molasses. Net Zero Cup supports the local economy, uses renewable energy, and partners with SkootEco, the Aegean Forest Foundation, and the General Directorate of Forestry in Türkiye to plant a sapling for each cup sold. They are a member of Impact Hub Ankara.
Durban, South Africa
City People eThekwini builds inclusive, resilient, and thriving communities and implements social development programs aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Durban, South Africa. They specialize in community engagement, stakeholder facilitation, programmatic interventions, cooperative development, and research. City People eThekwini serves as a local implementing partner for the eThekwini Municipality’s social development strategy. City People eThekwini is a not-for-profit organization and reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Collingwood, Victoria, Australia
Humble Brag supplies socially and environmentally responsible specialty coffee in Australia and donates 50 percent of the profits to fund Indigenous youth and international aid programs. Their coffee is ethically sourced with full traceability from origin to consumer, carbon-neutral roasted, and packed in easily recyclable bags, pods, and cartons. Humble Brag partners with Reground to collect spent coffee grounds in Melbourne and provides pre-paid recycling satchels and workplace collection programs for aluminium coffee pods. They partner with Co-Ground to support grassroots community development in the Northern Territory, Vanuatu, and the Philippines. Humble Brag is a Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise.
Mahakumbukkadawala, Sri Lanka
Khemabhumi is developing forest garden land and beach land in Madurankuliya, Sri Lanka, according to permaculture principles to enhance social, economic, and environmental wellbeing. This includes multi-crop organic farming, value-added products, environmentally responsible accommodation for guests, workshops, culinary activities, crafts, yoga, meditation, and other wellness programs. They aim to create economic opportunities for the local community. Khemabhumi composts organic waste, avoids plastics, and saves non-recyclable materials for eco brick construction.
Villa María del Triunfo, Peru
Hakuna Matata Lab works to regenerate ecosystems, strengthen communities, and cultivate a new vision of shared prosperity in Peru. They design and facilitate transformative learning experiences that promote innovation, a deep connection with life in all its forms, and systemic change. Hakuna Matata Lab helps people and organizations align their actions with their values and become agents of change. They are a member of the Global Alliance for the Rights of Nature (GARN).
West End, Queensland, Australia
Mettlesome partners with like-minded organizations to challenge the status quo and tackle the world’s biggest social problems through innovative and human-centered solutions. They specialize in research, strategy, and development, which includes co-design, participatory research, prototyping, curating public spaces, designing programs and events, developing digital products, creating public engagement strategies, and more. Mettlesome is partially owned by the Museum of Sticks & Stones, a not-for-profit charity, and has an employee profit-sharing system.
Istanbul, Türkiye
Peraru Chocolate produces bean-to-bar chocolate in the Ortaköy neighborhood of Istanbul with a focus on transparency and responsible procurement and production practices. They source cocoa beans from Belize, Peru, Tanzania, Madagascar, and India and specialize in single-origin chocolates that highlight the unique flavor profile and characteristics of each region. Peraru Chocolate produces in small batches and reduces waste by transforming cocoa bean shells into cocoa tea. They are part of Impact Hub Ankara and Good4Trust.
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Dovetail facilitates partnerships between micro, small, and medium businesses (MSMEs) in Australia and New Zealand that want to make a social impact and grassroots charities that want to grow their capacity and capability and develop a sustainable business model. Their business membership program includes strategy sessions, matchmaking with vetted charities, strategic guidance on integrating social impact into business operations, and Network4Good events. Dovetail provides pro bono support to charity clients and helps secure formal partnerships for ongoing funding. They are a member of Benefolk, Social Enterprise Network Victoria (SENVIC), and The Impact Collab.
Veyangoda, Sri Lanka
Lalani preserves Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage and traditional craftsmanship. They specialize in detailed replica paintings of traditional temple art that is overlooked, decaying, and at risk of being lost. Lalani uses dorana oil, a natural resinous extract from the native dorana tree, as a non-toxic alternative to imported synthetic binders and coatings. They teach traditional painting techniques and donate artwork to Sri Lankan temples.
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Young Change Agents empowers young people to identify problems, reframe them as opportunities, and develop solutions with an entrepreneurial lens. They offer design-thinking-based entrepreneurship programs and an online showcase platform to help young people aged 10 to 25 access practical learning, peer inspiration, expert mentoring, and a broader ecosystem of support, including funding pathways. They also offer professional development workshops and events where educators can develop their skills in entrepreneurial education. Young Change Agents runs themed national challenges that address issues such as mental health, climate action, food security, and more. Their programs create space for diverse participation and cross-pollination of ideas across cultures and contexts. Young Change Agents is a Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise and a member of Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA). They reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Douala, Cameroon
PAYIM produces natural lemongrass products to support wellbeing, promote sustainable agriculture, and protect against mosquitoes and malaria in Cameroon. They offer fresh and dried lemongrass leaves, herbal infusions, hydrosols, essential oils, mosquito repellents, and white label manufacturing services. PAYIM sources hand-harvested lemongrass from local farms that follow sustainable agriculture practices and provides a local, plant-based alternative to imported synthetic mosquito repellents.
Ramsay, Queensland, Australia
Toowoomba International Multicultural Society (TIMS) celebrates cultural diversity, promotes social cohesion, and builds bridges between people, communities, and opportunities. Their annual International Street Fiesta brings together community groups to celebrate global cultures through food, music, dance, and art. They also organize job fairs, training workshops, health and wellness expos, language awards, cultural festivals, and other inclusive events, provide auspicing for small community groups, and offer project management, translation, and multicultural consultancy services. TIMS trains Cybersecurity Champions to promote safe online practices and provide digital support for multicultural communities. Their workshops and social inclusion activities are free for refugees, migrants, and people from low-income and marginalized groups. TIMS is a not-for-profit organization and reinvests all surplus towards their purpose.
Goondiwindi, Queensland, Australia
The Future Care Project aims to close the childcare gap in regional Australia, enable parents to return to work, and ensure every child, regardless of postcode, gets the best start to life. They support women from low-income and disadvantaged backgrounds to build successful, sustainable childcare microbusinesses through targeted training, mentoring, and business development support. By reducing barriers to entry and offering step-by-step guidance, they empower women to create stable income streams, gain financial independence, and contribute meaningfully to their communities. The Future Care Project reduces reliance on large infrastructure and centralized systems and emphasizes that childhood care access is not just a family concern but a regional economic priority that affects workforce participation, business sustainability, and community resilience. They provide operational assistance for not-for-profit and community-run centers, advocate for national and state-level policy change, and ensure representation from Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Ballinasloe, Ireland
Ballinasloe Area Community Development (BACD) creates a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable community by promoting enterprise, fostering job creation, enhancing the local environment, and supporting projects that improve quality of life for all. Their Ballinasloe Enterprise Centre and Ballinasloe Enterprise Hub provide affordable, flexible workspaces, business development support, and space for community organizations and voluntary groups. They prioritize local suppliers and promote local businesses through markets, a town voucher scheme, shop local campaigns, and community events. BACD leads community-based projects and local tourism development and partners with local schools to provide opportunities for youth leadership, learning, and community involvement. They actively support sustainability-focused projects such as town clean-ups, pollinator-friendly planting, and environmental education initiatives. BACD is a member of Connected Hubs Network, Association of Ballinasloe Community & Voluntary Groups, Galway Rural Development, Galway County Public Participation Network, and Ballinasloe Town Team. They reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Financial Literacy Australia empowers National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants with the financial skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to live independently. They offer one-on-one mentoring and an interactive, online program for all skill levels that covers topics like budgeting, insurance, and avoiding scams. Clients can complete the learning pathway independently or with support workers, friends, or family through their facilitator-led model. Support coordinators can track engagement, understand session outcomes, document progress, and provide feedback. Financial Literacy Australia offers free or subsidized support to participants who have exhausted their NDIS funding or face bureaucratic barriers to accessing services. They reduce their environmental impact through paperless systems and flexible work arrangements. Financial Literacy Australia reinvests the majority of their surplus towards their mission.
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Agency of Women supports underserved women to develop their social leadership capacities by providing the resources they need to launch community initiatives. They cultivate a community of practice and bring skilled professionals, advocates, and funders together to mentor and resource women-led initiatives through training, leadership development, storytelling, skill-sharing opportunities, and project support. Agency of Women amplifies women’s voices, fosters collaboration, creates opportunities for women’s social leadership, and integrates elder women’s wisdom in decision-making processes to shape community outcomes. They are a member of The Impact Collab, Business Women Australia, Communities Responding to Extreme Weather (CREW), and Women’s Climate Congress.
Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Avenra produces natural beverages in Sri Lanka from locally sourced ingredients to promote wellbeing and environmental sustainability. They offer a blue butterfly pea flower drink, a hibiscus flower drink, a winter melon drink, and a sarsaparilla root drink in reusable glass bottles. Avenra prioritizes renewable energy and suppliers with sustainable practices. They use a portion of their proceeds to support local elder care homes and a cancer hospital.
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Impact10x aims to tackle social inequality in Australia and increase access to resources and opportunities for individuals and organizations that need it most. They specialize in economic impact analysis, energy market advice, model development and quality assurance, business commercialization, business process improvement, and program design and development. Impact10x uses the proceeds from their paid consultancy services to provide pro bono support and help partner organizations scale existing or new programs.
Colombo, Sri Lanka
hennaa.sha offers natural henna services, preserves traditional art and culture, supports self-expression, and promotes environmentally responsible beauty practices. They use natural henna leaf powder, eucalyptus and tea tree essential oils, and local sugar. hennaa.sha is committed to affordable pricing and accessibility.
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