Solution

Social Enterprise Greenhouse

This solution addresses growing successful social enterprises in Providence, RI for social entrepreneurs and the communities where they do business.

Problem Description

The goal of Social Enterprise Greenhouse is to help create more successful, sustainable social enterprises in New England, which we contend will deliver social good overall, and help transform the economics and the quality of life of our region. To do this we will need to build a pipeline of talented social entrepreneurs; help them build business acumen, through a range of services, collaborations, and events; make markets by improving the visibility of these enterprises and aggregating demand for their services; drive collaboration across organizations, funders, and other key stakeholders.

Building Blocks

Story

Social Enterprise Greenhouse creates positive social and economic impacts by supporting social entrepreneurs and enterprises with the tools and networks they need to thrive. We are a network of business and community leaders who contribute time, expertise and money to create jobs and support positive change through social enterprise.

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Organisations Involved

Neighborhood Economics

Solution Stage

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STAGE	SPECIALIST SKILLS REQUIRED	EXAMPLE ACTIVITIES	RISK LEVEL AND HANDLING	FINANCE REQUIRED	KINDS OF EVIDENCE GENERATED	GOAL
Developing and implementing5	Strong leadership, management, implementation skills	Policy design Programme design Business modelling Organisational design	Prepare for some adaptation to implementation MEDIUM	Programme funds, equity, loans, grants HIGH	A robust and detailed case developed through formal evaluation and evidence gathering – use of a control group to isolate impact	An implemented and sustainable innovation

Submitted By

Steve Wright