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Consorzio Italbiotec is a non-profit organization that offers EU funding programs consulting, training, and communication services.

They're more than a napkin company. Join our mission to end drug-facilitated sexual assault.KnoNap works to empower individuals and communities to create safer social settings, through education and products that bring attention to drug facilitated assault and crime.

Plugin House is a low-cost modular home designed for two end markets: backyard residences in urban infill regions and institutional social housing used for humanitarian purposes.

Hydrobee, based in Seattle, develops innovative clean energy solutions. Their flagship product, Firebee™, converts heat from biomass stoves into USB charging power for devices like phones and LED lights. This thermoelectric generator also improves stove combustion efficiency via a Jet-Flame blower, reducing smoke and indoor air pollution. Hydrobee's technology enables mobile network financing for cleaner, more efficient stoves, benefiting over three billion people who currently rely on biomass cooking methods. As a Social Purpose Corporation, Hydrobee aims to alleviate energy poverty and indoor air pollution globally.

Canopie is a mental health care company focused on addressing maternal depression and anxiety through a digital platform. The platform offers customized, audio-based programs and automated coaching that utilize clinically validated therapeutic techniques, including adaptations of cognitive behavioral therapy and compassion-focused treatment. By collaborating with cities, payers, health systems, and healthcare providers, Canopie aims to deliver effective and affordable care for mothers, overcoming barriers such as cost, scheduling, time, and stigma. The company's innovative approach is designed to support pregnant women and new mothers in preventing and treating common mental health challenges, making it a scalable solution in maternal mental health care.

Omena is a nonprofit organization that aims to prevent and break the cycle of emotional abuse. It equips, supports, and empowers families and communities with social and emotional intelligence tools to nurture self-esteem and empathy. The company promotes a generation that fosters healthy relationships, reduces abuse and violence around the world.

Nibi is a company that operates a marketplace platform designed to enhance the social sector by connecting businesses, nonprofits, and individuals. Its primary focus is on facilitating social and environmental initiatives through partnerships and community engagement. By providing tools that automate corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts, Nibi enables organizations to streamline their contributions to charitable causes and collaborate with various foundations and programs. The platform aims to foster a more sustainable community by promoting meaningful connections and supporting impactful marketing campaigns that align with clients' social responsibility goals.

We create healthy and sustainable solutions for the world based on insects. A very nutritive and eco friendly food source. Currently we are using about 50% of the habitable land for agriculture and the livestock industry is the major contributor to CO2 emisions, but In just 30 years the amount of food available will not be enough for the world`s population. By making healthy, and tasty products from insect powder such as flour for bread, cake mix, and even protein shakes, we are able to reduce the amount of livestock usage and also provide a sustainable and scalable solution. Our business model is based on 3 keypoints: >Mass and Standarized Production which is possible using our insect incubator (which is patent pending) >Sustainable and efficient Production since Costa Rica has the perfect weather conditions, >And our Partner Program to provide jobs and income to the poorest sectors of Costa Rican society. Our partner program is supported by BID Lab and Fundecooperación who are helping us deliver the program on a national scale. Costa Rica Insect Company and we Save the World Eating Bugs!

Aprendizaje Diferente is a platform that encourages the digital inclusion of people with Autism and other neurological disorders. We have 4 apps already in stores, 100% customizable and they are in English, Portuguese and Spanish. We work hard so that our apps do not exclude adults since most of the apps that focus on these topics are designed for kids.We have a very good response with families, therapists, institutions, and teachers.

Every Shelter creates and designs sustainable shelters for refugees.

OpenField is a mobile-first community organizing tool that empowers organizations, political campaigns, nonprofits, and advocacy groups to enhance their outreach efforts. The platform facilitates various forms of engagement, including traditional canvassing, deep canvassing, phone banking, and voter registration. Its unique Intelligent Auto Turf Cutter allows users to quickly create walkable canvassing areas across cities, while the natural language notes capture and analytics feature transforms individual responses into actionable insights. As the only tool offering these capabilities, OpenField is designed to be highly scalable, suitable for both local initiatives and national campaigns. The application is user-friendly, enabling most individuals to become proficient in its use within minutes and without formal training. Founded by Arianna Trujillo-Wesler and Emily Del Beccaro, OpenField has gained recognition for its innovative approach, winning the Best Software as a Service award at the 2021 Campaigns & Elections CampaignTech Awards. Trujillo-Wesler, an expert in community organizing and political technology, and Del Beccaro, a veteran in national data management, bring significant experience to the company's mission of building community power.

Dragonfly Mental Health offers consulting services to individuals, departments, institutions, and associations. It operates a non-profit organization that engages in mental health in academics.

Nul is a not-just-for-profit company with the mission to make the personal and household care industry more sustainable by offering eco-friendly alternatives that actually work. No water. No plastic. No toxins. No nonsense. Nul believe in giving back; pledging 1% of all sales to environmental charities as a member of 1% for the Planet.

4Blind is a technology company focused on developing innovative engineering solutions to support the blind and deaf-blind communities. The company conducts research and creates products that aim to improve communication, education, employment, transportation, and independent living for individuals with visual disabilities. By addressing the unique challenges faced by these communities, 4Blind seeks to enhance opportunities and foster social engagement. Its solutions enable deaf-blind individuals to communicate effectively and allow blind individuals to interact with tactile images and photographs, thereby promoting a more inclusive environment.

4Blind is a technology company focused on developing innovative engineering solutions to support the blind and deaf-blind communities. The company conducts research and creates products that aim to improve communication, education, employment, transportation, and independent living for individuals with visual disabilities. By addressing the unique challenges faced by these communities, 4Blind seeks to enhance opportunities and foster social engagement. Its solutions enable deaf-blind individuals to communicate effectively and allow blind individuals to interact with tactile images and photographs, thereby promoting a more inclusive environment.

Civic Champs, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a mobile-based platform for nonprofit organizations to streamline volunteer management. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Civic Champs offers an application that utilizes geofencing technology to monitor volunteer activities by automatically tracking when a volunteer's mobile device enters or exits designated areas. The platform facilitates essential functions such as hour tracking, scheduling, engagement, and analytical insights, enabling nonprofits to efficiently manage volunteer hours while reducing manual data entry. Additionally, it allows for small donations and provides real-time data access, mentorship tracking, and compliance features. Civic Champs aims to enhance volunteer engagement and help nonprofits maximize their impact by simplifying administrative processes. The application is available for download on both the App Store and Google Play.

Merivis is a non-profit, volunteer-driven veterans’ service organization that focuses exclusively on preparing veterans for a career in Salesforce technology, through training, mentorship, and job-readiness guidance. We have served over 250 veterans, preparing them for in-demand technology roles that allow them to succeed while transforming their lives and careers.

BosWell is a developer of a record-keeping platform tailored for community-based organizations. It provides free tools that streamline data collection and reporting, allowing users to create dashboards and custom client intake forms accessible on any device. By simplifying and securing the data collection process, BosWell enables organizations to efficiently gather and analyze client information. This digital approach not only saves time but also enhances the ability to generate insights and improve client outcomes, supporting the operational needs of community-focused entities.

Aequales is a leading Latin American consultancy specializing in corporate gender equality and diversity. It leverages data from over 2,000 companies to drive organizational transformation, promoting equal opportunities and working conditions for men and women. With over a decade of experience, Aequales has worked with over 300 companies across 13 countries, offering services such as diagnosis, measurement, consulting, training, and awareness programs to foster inclusive workplaces.

Generus is a platform that hosts events and ongoing volunteer programs that address community and global needs and are built with positivity and employee satisfaction in mind.They connect companies, co-workers, and communities through virtual volunteering experiences.

SmartFish is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting environmentally sustainable and socially responsible artisanal fishing practices. It provides quality marine products with a focus on sustainability, reducing intermediaries in the supply chain and ensuring that more value-added steps remain within cooperatives. SmartFish collaborates with these cooperatives under an open book policy to maintain transparency in profit distribution at every stage of the value chain. Additionally, the organization offers training programs aimed at enhancing product value through improved quality, traceability, and marketability of catches. By adopting eco-friendly fishing methods, SmartFish connects fishers with conscious consumers, fostering sustainability, economic development, and social responsibility in the seafood industry.

Collective Liberty is an advocacy group dedicated to combating human trafficking across the diverse types identified in the United States. The organization recognizes that traffickers operate through highly networked criminal enterprises, necessitating a collaborative approach to disrupt these operations. Central to its mission is the development of partnerships with law enforcement, social service agencies, and legislators, leveraging data analysis to enhance prevention and prosecution efforts. Collective Liberty focuses on identifying and stopping traffickers while providing support for survivors, aiming to elevate local solutions to a national platform. By fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing across various sectors and jurisdictions, Collective Liberty seeks to create a comprehensive system that effectively addresses human trafficking and its impact on communities.

GiveTide is a charitable giving platform that facilitates connections between U.S. nonprofits and mobile donors. The platform allows users to round up their electronic "spare change" from credit and debit card purchases, enabling them to donate small amounts of money easily to any nonprofit of their choice. In addition to rounding up, users can also make one-time or recurring donations. The company's mobile application has gained significant traction, with over 18,000 downloads and a high rating of 4.8 on the App Store. GiveTide has received recognition in various media outlets, including the App Store, Oprah Magazine, and Inc. Magazine, highlighting its impact in the realm of charitable giving.

Swoovy is a developer of a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to enhance employee volunteerism within organizations. The platform facilitates the booking of volunteer events, whether remote or in-person, while enabling employees to connect with colleagues who share similar interests. By aligning corporate initiatives with individual employee passions, Swoovy aims to boost corporate social responsibility and engagement, ultimately helping organizations attract and retain top talent. Additionally, the platform allows companies to track the impact of their volunteer efforts, contributing to reduced turnover and increased profitability.

Lacana is a non profit organization that provides employement and art psychotherapy to incarcerated women.

PraeSpero Farms operates a residential community focused on providing recovery support for individuals experiencing homelessness and substance use disorder. The organization delivers compassionate, individualized assistance aimed at facilitating lasting personal recovery and enhancing community safety. Residents have access to essential resources, including stable housing, care coordination, and skill training. The community is centered around a working, sustainable farm, which serves as an effective environment for both personal development and community reintegration. Through its initiatives, PraeSpero Farms seeks to empower individuals, equipping them with the tools necessary for a successful transition back into society.

SheChef is a national professional networking & development organization for women chefs of color and our allies.

Sixpence Crowdfunding, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in providing a crowdfunding platform and mobile application designed for fundraising services. The platform aims to simplify the fundraising process for community organizations, such as schools and churches, by allowing donors to contribute small amounts through rounded-up purchases in their daily transactions. Users can support various campaigns effortlessly, as the platform encourages contributions that require minimal commitment, fostering a culture of generosity and community support. By enabling supporters to donate pennies at a time, Sixpence seeks to revolutionize the fundraising landscape and make charitable giving an integral part of everyday life.

Impact Everything is a company focused on community assistance by offering a diverse range of products, including clothing, accessories, home goods, and bath and body items. Through its online platform, the company provides customers with the opportunity to make a positive impact with every purchase they make. By selecting from a wide assortment of merchandise, consumers can directly contribute to addressing various societal challenges. Impact Everything prioritizes accessibility, offering multiple contact methods including mail, phone, and a physical address for customer inquiries.

Yad Art is a social enterprise dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities by providing them an avenue for self-expression through art and generating income from their creations. The company specializes in hand-painted and sketched home decor products, featuring unique designs created by artists with intellectual disabilities such as Down syndrome, Autism, and Cerebral palsy.

SwipeMeIn reduces waste and food insecurity in college campuses by making on-campus currency.

Reboot Rx is a nonprofit health tech startup dedicated to fast-tracking the development of affordable cancer treatments using repurposed generic drugs, AI technology, and innovative funding models.

Gala is a corporate social responsibility platform that engages employees in corporate giving. The company aims to engage everyone, everywhere, in giving that turns their values into reality; to increase the resources for those dedicated to change the world, and offer businesses and individuals an experience of joy and impact - no matter how big or small the contribution.

Phool is a company dedicated to managing and recycling floral waste generated from religious places of worship. It operates on a circular economy model, transforming this waste into a variety of organic products, including charcoal-free incense sticks, organic vermicompost, and biodegradable packaging materials. By utilizing patented processes, Phool not only addresses the environmental issues associated with floral waste but also provides employment opportunities for marginalized women. The company aims to promote sustainability while delivering effective organic solutions to its customers.

Pinkaloo Technologies, Inc. is a Baltimore-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing a philanthropic engagement platform. The company's software-as-a-service solution modernizes charitable giving by offering a comprehensive tool for users to manage their donations effectively. Through its Modern Giving account, Pinkaloo allows donors to budget for their giving, discover charities aligned with their interests, and donate to any organization at their convenience. Additionally, the platform centralizes tax receipts, simplifying the process come tax season. By partnering with employers and financial institutions, Pinkaloo equips clients with a turn-key solution to enhance engagement and facilitate philanthropy within their communities, thereby promoting a culture of giving in the corporate sector.

Mobsya is a non-profit association whose goal is to promote science and technology.

Food For All Technologies, Inc. is a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that operates an application designed to connect users with unsold food from local restaurants and cafes. Founded in 2016, the company aims to reduce food waste while making quality meals more affordable for consumers. Through its platform, restaurants can sell their leftover meals at discounted prices at the end of the business day, allowing them to minimize waste and provide a sustainable food option. Food For All originated from a collaboration with the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and received backing from a significant number of supporters through a successful Kickstarter campaign. The company has expanded its reach beyond the United States, with additional locations worldwide.

PROTRASH is a social enterprise that enhances the quality of life marginalized communities in Mexico by exchanging their recyclable waste for money.

Girls United is a nonprofit organisation that creates employment for girls in football.

Tarjimly is a nonprofit organization that operates an innovative application designed to address the language barriers faced by refugees. The app connects refugees with on-demand translators, enabling them to communicate effectively with medical professionals, legal advocates, and aid workers. Users can connect anonymously with a translator within 60 seconds, facilitating communication through text, images, documents, or real-time phone and video calls. Founded by two immigrant graduates from MIT, Tarjimly has mobilized a network of over 6,000 volunteer translators, aiding more than 15,000 refugees and humanitarian organizations worldwide. The organization's mission is to eliminate humanitarian language barriers and demonstrate the potential of technology to harness the skills of bilingual volunteers in support of displaced individuals.

BUHO is a sustainable fashion & lifestyle platform with products for women, men, kids & home under one banner for the first time. We're rooted in an uncompromising commitment to sustainable contemporary fashion that’s easy to find, fun to wear, and earth-loving. Our company was born out of a belief that fashion can do better because we know better. By combining fashion and social impact, BUHO provides consumers the opportunity to shop by the values most important to them. As an active member of 1% For the Planet, BUHO commits to donating 1% of all sales to support environmental programs and is a fully circular business with biodegradable packaging and an easy recycle program that distributes items to one of our non-profit partners repurposes it into new materials. We are currently going through our B-Corp Certification Process.

Crowdacure is a crowdfunding platform dedicated to financing life-saving medical research that often goes underfunded due to its niche or experimental nature. The company facilitates collaboration between researchers and the public, allowing anyone to contribute financially towards projects they deem important. Crowdacure aims to accelerate medical progress by challenging traditional funding methods, which have historically been slow and selective.

Open Media is the nonprofit online transparency portal for governments of all sizes. It allows them to upload, timestamp, and archive videos of meetings and proceedings with searchable, automated transcriptions. It specializes in media and communications that connect, engages, and mobilize constituents who believe in their work.

FastVisa Inc. is a company that specializes in providing visa assistance to individuals seeking immigration. Established in 2016 and based in Dallas, Texas, it operates an online platform that simplifies the visa preparation process. Users can easily sign up, complete a questionnaire, and submit their forms after undergoing error checks. FastVisa offers its services to various sectors, including nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, government agencies, law firms, and corporate human resources. The platform is designed to make immigration processes more efficient and affordable, equipping organizations with the necessary tools to assist a larger number of immigrants in their applications for legal status.

Ilumexico is a B-Corporation focused on promoting community development in Mexico's most marginalized regions through solar energy solutions. The enterprise aims to enhance rural electrification by providing access to clean energy, utilizing microfinance schemes and offering long-term service and training for the use and maintenance of solar technologies. Their product offerings include solar water pumps, refrigerators, street lighting, solar fences, and grid-connected systems. Ilumexico believes that energy access serves as a foundation for broader development and runs programs and workshops on topics such as community organization, gender equity, and financial inclusion to empower these communities.

Miracle Messages is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reuniting individuals experiencing homelessness with their family members or friends. It operates through a unique approach: homeless individuals record brief messages via video, audio, or written formats, often assisted by local partners or volunteers. These messages are then shared online by "digital detectives," aiming to locate the intended recipients and facilitate reunions. Miracle Messages has successfully reunited 266 families with an average disconnection period of 15 years, using platforms such as a mobile app, online forms, and a hotline. The organization's work has been widely recognized, featured in over 600 publications and reaching over 100 million views. Founded by Kevin F. Adler in honor of his uncle who struggled with homelessness, Miracle Messages aims to combat relational poverty on the streets while fostering empathy towards individuals experiencing homelessness.

OCC Youth Unleashed is a youth-led non-profit organization focused on enhancing youth engagement in community centers and child-oriented programs throughout Boston. The organization addresses the challenge of limited access to updated information about available activities by developing and managing a consolidated, user-friendly mobile application. This application serves as a comprehensive resource for youth activities and opportunities within various community centers, facilitating awareness and promoting youth development. By streamlining access to information, OCC Youth Unleashed aims to empower young individuals in the community and foster greater participation in local programs.

Sukriti Social Foundation is a non-governmental organization dedicated to enhancing sanitation conditions for Indian women, addressing the needs of approximately 800 million individuals. The foundation focuses on developing eco-toilets, specifically designed to provide safe and hygienic sanitation spaces. Their innovative smart prefab toilet cabins are automated for self-cleaning and self-maintenance, utilizing fresh water and treating waste on-site while operating on solar energy. In addition to sanitation, Sukriti Social Foundation aims to tackle broader issues such as waste management, energy sufficiency through renewable sources, low-cost housing, healthcare, skill development, and agricultural sustainability. Through engineering solutions, the organization strives to create economical and environmentally friendly approaches to some of India's most pressing challenges.

Y2Y Harvard Square is a student-run overnight shelter that utilizes a youth-to-youth model to support young adults facing homelessness. The organization creates a safe and affirming environment for its guests, who benefit from collaboration with service providers, fellow youth experiencing homelessness, and student volunteers. Through this engagement, Y2Y aims to develop sustainable pathways out of homelessness and equips young adults with essential skills for long-term success. By fostering a community of support and advocacy, Y2Y empowers both its guests and volunteers to be proactive in addressing youth homelessness and promoting youth-driven solutions.

NeedsList is a global marketplace that connects individual and corporate donors with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to enhance the efficiency and transparency of humanitarian aid. The company collaborates with local aid organizations to identify urgent needs and utilizes local suppliers for rapid and sustainable delivery of resources. Through its platform, supporters can donate cash, purchase products, or volunteer directly, while NGOs benefit from real-time impact metrics that allow them to monitor activities and outcomes. NeedsList generates revenue by earning commissions from affiliate suppliers and from enterprise users on its platform. By focusing on human-centered solutions, NeedsList aims to address the challenges faced by communities affected by climate change, conflict, and poverty worldwide.

Trueke is a travel management platform that offers a unique approach to travel by connecting travelers with local communities and non-governmental organizations engaged in public welfare initiatives. The platform allows travelers to participate in socially responsible trips, emphasizing experiences that promote community engagement and knowledge acquisition. Trueke focuses on activities such as anti-poverty campaigns, educational programs, health services, and hunger alleviation, ensuring that tourism contributes to the economic and social development of the host communities. By facilitating these meaningful interactions, Trueke aims to foster sustainable tourism that benefits both travelers and the communities they visit.

DropZone For Veterans is a company dedicated to supporting military veterans and their families by offering a resource discovery platform that connects them with tailored benefits and opportunities. The platform features a customizable directory that includes crucial information about various veteran services, resource contacts, and user reviews. By leveraging technology, DropZone enables veterans to easily access and navigate local opportunities that align with their unique needs and preferences, enhancing their overall experience and integration into civilian life.

Athletes of Valor is an organization dedicated to assisting veterans in their transition from military service to civilian careers, particularly in the realm of collegiate sports. The company operates an online platform that connects college sports coaches and admissions offices with active service members and recently separated veterans. By leveraging the skills and experiences gained during military service, Athletes of Valor facilitates pathways for these individuals to pursue careers in sports coaching. This initiative not only supports veterans in finding meaningful employment but also enriches the collegiate sports community with diverse talent.

Social Fabric is a sustainable textile center committed to promoting the use of textiles and clothing that minimize ecological and social footprints. The company operates a community-based association that emphasizes the integration of refugees in Switzerland and sustainability in textile production. Through its atelier, Social Fabric aims to provide customers with meaningful and customized garments that reflect principles of a circular economy, innovative technology, and ethical labor practices. By combining decentralised manufacturing with a focus on sustainability, Social Fabric enables individuals to access high-quality, sustainable textile products tailored to their needs.

PetsEmpower is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting domestic abuse survivors in Rhode Island and Massachusetts by providing temporary fostering services for their pets. The organization aims to alleviate the stress and uncertainty that individuals face during crises, allowing them to escape violent situations while ensuring their pets are cared for. By facilitating short-term foster arrangements, PetsEmpower helps maintain the vital bond between survivors and their furry companions, offering a compassionate alternative that prioritizes both human and animal welfare. This support enables individuals to navigate their challenges with the reassurance that their pets will be safe until they can be reunited.

WorkAround is an AI-based platform that connects domain experts, including refugees, with businesses in need of data annotation services. The platform facilitates the efficient and secure processing of various data tasks, such as classifying expenses, annotating medical images, and analyzing clinical trial reports. By leveraging an untapped workforce, WorkAround not only enhances the quality and speed of data handling for its clients but also promotes economic empowerment for talented refugees displaced around the world. This approach fosters a more socially just and productive environment, where opportunities are accessible regardless of status and work is compensated fairly.

Cocoa360 is a 501(c)3 that empowers lives in rural Ghana. Using an innovative approach to female education and rural empowerment, they employ a financial model that capitalizes on the agricultural and vocational skills found in farming communities.

Creating a waste management system in secondary cities that collect urban waste for composting and anaerobic digestion to produce Fertilizer and Energy. We imagine a world in which cities obtain social, economic and environmental value from waste and are therefore healthier and more sustainable places. Our mission is to change how cities in sub-Saharan Africa view their waste. Through innovation of waste systems in small and medium-sized African cities we will provide fertilizer to farmers, energy to businesses, improve the local environment and community health, and create jobs to reduce poverty.

ADIFF is a humanitarian fashion start-up that aims to address global issues through innovative design and large-scale donations. The company specializes in creating all-gender, one-size transformable products, including practical and durable multipurpose jackets that are waterproof and suitable for various environments. Originally developed to assist refugees, the positive consumer response led to the availability of these products for purchase. Founded by Angela Luna, ADIFF operates on a donation-driven business model, directing a portion of its profits towards vital humanitarian initiatives. By upcycling traditional waste materials to create clothing and accessories, ADIFF not only meets consumer needs but also raises awareness about the challenges faced by refugees. Every purchase contributes to providing essential items to those in need, ensuring that the brand's innovative solutions reach the most vulnerable populations.

The Charity Defense Council is a leadership organization focused on enhancing the effectiveness of the nonprofit sector by addressing misconceptions surrounding charity. Founded by Dan Pallotta, the organization aims to reshape public perceptions about charity and its role in creating social change, as highlighted in Pallotta's influential 2013 TED Talk. The Charity Defense Council provides support services to nonprofit operators, enabling them to respond to misinformation and sensationalized reporting about charitable activities. By proactively educating the media and the public, the organization seeks to foster a more informed understanding of the nonprofit sector's contributions to addressing issues such as hunger, poverty, and disease. Through its efforts, the Charity Defense Council aspires to build a movement that transforms how society views and engages with charitable giving.

CauseMatch is a peer-to-peer fundraising platform designed to assist nonprofits in expanding their donor bases and increasing contributions from each donor. The platform utilizes an algorithm-based approach to offer a range of fundraising solutions, incorporating a proprietary suite of digital storytelling tools. CauseMatch enhances the donor experience by gamifying fundraising through matching grants, which motivates donors to give more by amplifying the impact of their contributions. Additionally, the company provides hands-on coaching and support, guiding nonprofits through the fundraising process and equipping them with diverse strategies and technologies to maximize their fundraising efforts.

Operation Code is a veteran-founded organization dedicated to empowering military personnel and their families by facilitating access to software development education. The organization advocates for the expansion of the New GI Bill to include coding schools, enabling veterans to gain skills in software development and secure careers in the tech industry. Through a combination of scholarships, mentorship, and career services, Operation Code aims to increase the number of U.S. military members and veterans entering the software field, while also addressing the broader technical talent shortage in the nation.

Activate Care is a technology company established in 2013, specializing in improving community health outcomes by addressing social determinants of health (SDOH). The company's flagship product, Activate CareHub™, is an all-in-one platform designed to coordinate care across physical, behavioral, and social needs. It facilitates cross-sector collaboration among healthcare and social service organizations through tools for community coordination, referral management, data analytics, and more. By seamlessly connecting care teams and enabling shared care plans, Activate Care helps disrupt cycles of social vulnerability, aiming to create lasting health outcomes within communities nationwide.

Share A Dream is an interactive communication platform designed to connect non-governmental organizations (NGOs) with experts, volunteers, and donors. It operates as a humanitarian marketplace, providing a comprehensive web solution that addresses various challenges faced by its users. The platform facilitates social networking for employees seeking to engage in volunteering and community service, allowing sponsors to finance local projects and demonstrate their commitment to social responsibility. By focusing on the needs of its customers rather than profit generation, Share A Dream aims to create a meaningful impact in the humanitarian sector.

Mark Labs Inc. is a data analytics software company that specializes in providing a platform for nonprofits and their donors to understand and communicate social impact data. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, with an additional office in London, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and a unique ESG assessment methodology to evaluate the Environmental, Social, and Governance performance of investments. Mark Labs’ platform enables donors to track, analyze, and report the outcomes of their grant-making and sustainability initiatives while allowing nonprofits to monitor their activities and report to funders effectively. By leveraging diverse expertise in engineering, finance, and data science, Mark Labs aims to enhance transparency and accountability in impact investment, empowering clients to make informed decisions and communicate their portfolios' impact confidently.

Gravyty Technologies, Inc., established in 2016 and based in Wayland, Massachusetts, specializes in fundraising software solutions. The company's primary offerings include First Draft, an email drafting tool for frontline fundraisers; Gravyty Guide, a weekly digest email for portfolio management; and Gravyty Stewardship, an automation tool for relationship building through donor communication. Gravyty's software enables fundraisers to scale personalized outreach, qualify prospects efficiently, and deepen relationships with existing donors, ultimately increasing revenue without additional staff. The company has strategic partnerships with Salesforce, Ellucian, Boston Foundation, and Staupell Analytics Group.

BosWell is a developer of a record-keeping platform tailored for community-based organizations. It provides free tools that streamline data collection and reporting, allowing users to create dashboards and custom client intake forms accessible on any device. By simplifying and securing the data collection process, BosWell enables organizations to efficiently gather and analyze client information. This digital approach not only saves time but also enhances the ability to generate insights and improve client outcomes, supporting the operational needs of community-focused entities.

Project Mudra engages in imprinting vital skills in the lives of students who are underprivileged.

Castellano Ethnic Origins specializes in the design and production of handbags, backpacks, and friendship bracelets that are handmade by indigenous women in Colombia. The company focuses on supporting and preserving traditional hand craftsmanship, enhancing the skills of local artisans while celebrating the rich heritage of lesser-known tribes. Its products are positioned as unique luxury items that emphasize transparency in their creation, allowing consumers to connect with the cultural significance behind each piece. Additionally, Castellano Ethnic Origins is committed to social responsibility, with a portion of the proceeds from each sale directed towards providing water provisions for indigenous communities.

WeThrive is a collective of undergrads that mentor and teach life skills through entrepreneurship to youth of under-resourced communities. They work through college student chapters that operate as entrepreneurial hubs for their peers and local community. College students engage in their youth mentoring program, national initiatives, and play a role in their campus leadership. Within their youth mentoring program, youth participants create ventures of their own, earn revenues and donate all profits to charity over the course of an academic school year. Most importantly, their youth participants are learning life skills and adopting habits that allow an individual to achieve their goals and definition of success. They use a full-circle mentoring approach so not only do youth participants receive mentorship, but their college students also receive coaching from WeThrive National and mentorship from local professionals.

Courageous Parents Network is an early-stage non-profit that harnesses Web and Mobile platforms and digital media.

Oorja Development Solutions aims to provide clean energy access to 450 million un/underelectrified people in rural Indian communities. It deploy smart micro-grids powered by biomass gasification and solar PV systems to generate, store and transmit reliable and affordable electricity to SMEs as anchor load and low-income households. It uses a scalable community-owned business model to leverage energy provision as a catalyst for socio-economic development to alleviate poverty, empower women and tackle climate change.

Empowerment Solar fosters energy independence and economic prosperity across the Middle East by supplying affordable and easy access to reliable and clean solar electricity. They design and install distributed solar electricity systems for Palestinian businesses in the West Bank, eventually expanding across the region. They save Palestinian firms (who pay 70% more than Americans for electricity) 1,000s of dollars annually and eliminate electricity-shortage constraints plaguing West Bank companies.

Donii lets you donate your gently used clothes, household items, and kids' stuff directly to the people who need them most. Our platform connects donors with individuals and families in need, via the nonprofits, charities, and social workers that serve them. Each donation earns points which donors can use to shop a catalog of exclusive rewards. Give better with Donii.

Cuantix is a developer of a cloud-based platform focused on automating the impact measurement process for social organizations. The platform facilitates the evaluation and monitoring of social impacts, particularly in the context of educational programs. By utilizing online consultants and automated data collection processes, Cuantix allows organizations to tailor the rigor and depth of their measurement according to specific reporting needs. The platform employs a range of tools, including polls, comparisons, and professional reports, empowering clients to enhance their effectiveness and maintain motivation in their social initiatives.

Good Nature Agro is a social enterprise based in Chipata, Zambia, focused on empowering small-scale farmers to enhance their productivity and income. Formed in 2014, the company organizes groups of farmers who nominate a Private Extension Agent (PEA) from within their ranks. These PEAs undergo rigorous training to become community leaders and provide ongoing support and personalized recommendations to fellow farmers throughout the growing season. By promoting improved farming practices, Good Nature Agro supplies high-quality legume seeds and offers loans for additional inputs, helping farmers transition from traditional crops to more lucrative options. The company also guarantees a market for the certified legume seeds harvested by the farmers, effectively enabling them to significantly increase their income and achieve lasting financial stability.

JustMilk is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing an innovative medical device that facilitates the safe delivery of medications and nutrients to breastfeeding infants. This device is designed to be worn by mothers during breastfeeding, allowing it to release life-saving drugs, such as antibiotics and vitamins, directly into the milk consumed by the infant. Constructed from thin, disposable silicone, the device can hold a dispersible therapeutic tablet and does not require refrigeration, addressing common concerns associated with pediatric medication delivery. By enabling accurate dosing without the need for literacy and promoting compliance through breastfeeding, JustMilk's solution is particularly beneficial in low-resource settings, while also offering potential advantages in broader markets.

Therapeutic Innovations is a company focused on creating low-cost medical devices aimed at addressing pediatric diseases, particularly in emerging economies. The organization designs wearable orthopedic devices for treating injuries and develops specialized equipment, such as bCPAPs branded as Airbaby, to assist clinicians in managing respiratory issues in newborns. By prioritizing affordability without sacrificing quality, Therapeutic Innovations aspires to ensure that all children globally have equitable access to essential, life-saving medical interventions.

Gravyty Technologies, Inc., established in 2016 and based in Wayland, Massachusetts, specializes in fundraising software solutions. The company's primary offerings include First Draft, an email drafting tool for frontline fundraisers; Gravyty Guide, a weekly digest email for portfolio management; and Gravyty Stewardship, an automation tool for relationship building through donor communication. Gravyty's software enables fundraisers to scale personalized outreach, qualify prospects efficiently, and deepen relationships with existing donors, ultimately increasing revenue without additional staff. The company has strategic partnerships with Salesforce, Ellucian, Boston Foundation, and Staupell Analytics Group.

Mark Labs Inc. is a data analytics software company that specializes in providing a platform for nonprofits and their donors to understand and communicate social impact data. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, with an additional office in London, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and a unique ESG assessment methodology to evaluate the Environmental, Social, and Governance performance of investments. Mark Labs’ platform enables donors to track, analyze, and report the outcomes of their grant-making and sustainability initiatives while allowing nonprofits to monitor their activities and report to funders effectively. By leveraging diverse expertise in engineering, finance, and data science, Mark Labs aims to enhance transparency and accountability in impact investment, empowering clients to make informed decisions and communicate their portfolios' impact confidently.

Resilient Coders is a volunteer-based program focused on making web technology more available to urban youth who might not otherwise be exposed to it. It's a three-part program that funnels students from learning HTML after school, through our downtown "Coworking" sessions, and ultimately, hourly employment. Our higher performers participate in Resilient Lab, a web design and development shop with real clients. We believe in technology as meritocracy.

Barakat Bundle is a non-profit organization focused on reducing preventable infant and maternal mortality in South Asia. The organization provides a curated bundle of life-saving solutions and health education specifically designed to support mothers and their newborns. This bundle includes essential maternal and baby care items and serves a dual purpose as a portable crib for the newborn. To receive the bundle, mothers must deliver at a healthcare center, ensuring they have access to necessary medical support during childbirth. By offering these resources, Barakat Bundle aims to empower rural women, enabling them to give birth to healthy babies and care for themselves effectively.

Half of America's chronic homeless and incarcerated population spent time as children in foster care. If they could provide opportunities to young adults aging out of foster care, then they can successfully transition into their communities. Honeycomb Homes will offer two-year apprenticeships in agriculture with housing, food, income, on-the-job training, follow on job placement, and long-term support. Their homes will demonstrate how they can be linked to the land and succeed.

UpEffect is a crowdfunding platform focused on supporting companies that aim to improve lives and the environment. It enables entrepreneurs to secure funding for socially and environmentally responsible products, such as solar cookstoves, ethical fashion items, clean drinking water systems, and eco-friendly bags. The platform has successfully helped launch campaigns across ten countries, achieving a 100% success rate in securing funding and raising over £100,000 to date. UpEffect provides hands-on support, including campaign vetting and incubator-like assistance, to ensure that socially impactful entrepreneurs can effectively transform their ideas into viable ventures. By connecting socially conscious customers with innovative products, UpEffect fosters a community that promotes responsible enterprises and contributes to a benevolent economy, empowering individuals worldwide to start and grow their businesses.

Union Capital Boston is an approach to overcome the poverty trap for individuals, families, and communities. Their plan is to create a mobile-based loyalty program for low-income families that provides social and financial service rewards in exchange for community involvement in schools, businesses, health centers, and civic programs.

Camp Casco is a Massachusetts-based nonprofit that gives childhood cancer patients and survivors a week of fun. They create an encouraging and supportive environment to facilitate friendships between patients and survivors, and nourish emotional support networks that thrive well beyond the week of camp. Additionally, parents can rest easy knowing that their children are in the capable hands of a round-the-clock medical staff and camp counselors trained to work with children who have special needs.

The Red Button is a non-profit organization that fights cyberbullying, using innovative tools and a broad professional education system. In recent years, the Red Button Association has been exposed to the reality of the Internet through thousands of violent reports sent to us by surfers - the power of the masses. These reports enabled us to see the virtual reality as it is, without filters and censorship. In light of this reality and the extensive experience they have acquired, they have built the training system, which aims to prevent the next incident by raising awareness of the phenomenon, its severity and its implications, and above all, providing tools for students, parents and teachers to deal with the phenomenon. The training system includes interactive interactive tutorials, delivered in schools, private homes and workplaces throughout the country by the founders of the association and professional guides with vast experience and knowledge in the network world.

Small Fry creates economic opportunity in urban communities by employing talented lower-income youth, aged 17-24, to drive local small business growth online. They harness virtual apprenticeship to train and employ youth to optimize the web presence of small businesses through a spectrum of services including social media and search engine marketing. Youth earn income and gain skills that lead to career mobility while small businesses get affordable online marketing to save time and build revenue.

Donative is a new way to give money to charity that critically enables you to see the difference your donation makes. Their platform allows you to see concise updates about the inspirational work being done by the charities of your choice, and to follow progress around the causes you care about. It also puts control into your hands, enabling you to manage your regular giving in one place and to control how charities you support are able to contact you. We're building a vibrant community of compassionate and caring people who are determined to make the world a better place.

Ajiri Tea is a company dedicated to producing high-quality black tea sourced from small-scale farmers in the Kisii District of western Kenya. The name "Ajiri," meaning "to employ" in Swahili, reflects the company's commitment to creating job opportunities for women in the region, who handcraft the product labels. The tea is all-natural and comes in various flavors, including unique blends incorporating local ingredients. Profits generated from the sales of Ajiri Tea are donated to the Ajiri Foundation, which funds education for orphans in Kenya, thus linking the company's commercial activities to meaningful social impact.

Estrenón pioneers the "reuse clothing movement" in Latin America through dignifying stores that empower the people to improve their lives. Estrenón pioneers the "reuse clothing movement" in Latin America through dignifying stores that empower the people to improve their lives. In LATAM, lack of affordable access to decent clothing perpetuates social inequality. Poor appearance limits educational, professional, and personal development opportunities. Estrenón, a for-profit social enterprise, disrupts poverty’s cycle of low self-esteem and exclusion by pioneering the reuse clothing movement in LATAM through a replicable model for buying and selling pre-owned clothing. Their retail stores create dignified & empowering experiences for families to begin improving their lives

Obz Design is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing healthcare services to impoverished communities. The organization aims to improve the standard of living for individuals in need by addressing healthcare disparities and offering accessible solutions. Through its initiatives, Obz Design seeks to enhance the overall well-being of vulnerable populations, making a meaningful impact in areas where healthcare resources are limited.

Miracle Messages is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reuniting individuals experiencing homelessness with their family members or friends. It operates through a unique approach: homeless individuals record brief messages via video, audio, or written formats, often assisted by local partners or volunteers. These messages are then shared online by "digital detectives," aiming to locate the intended recipients and facilitate reunions. Miracle Messages has successfully reunited 266 families with an average disconnection period of 15 years, using platforms such as a mobile app, online forms, and a hotline. The organization's work has been widely recognized, featured in over 600 publications and reaching over 100 million views. Founded by Kevin F. Adler in honor of his uncle who struggled with homelessness, Miracle Messages aims to combat relational poverty on the streets while fostering empathy towards individuals experiencing homelessness.

CareerVillage, Inc. is a non-profit organization based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2011 to provide online career advice to students, particularly those from low-income communities. The organization operates a digital platform that enables high school students to ask questions and seek guidance on college and career choices from a network of professionals and mentors. By facilitating a question-and-answer mentoring system, CareerVillage makes mentorship accessible and scalable, allowing mentors to respond to inquiries from their computers or mobile devices. The platform is utilized in various educational settings, including schools and after-school programs, to address the career guidance needs of students. CareerVillage's mission is to empower students by connecting them with experienced individuals who can offer valuable insights and support as they navigate their career paths.

Asulia makes all natural, handcrafted fusion foods. At Asulia, they believe healthy tastes delicious and we're obsessed with sharing their love of vegetables. They have a line fusion vegan dumplings in kale, chickpea, and taro root at Whole Foods, Formaggio Kitchen SE and more. Each retail box of delicious dumplings contains 2-3 servings of superfood veggies with low glycemic index ingredients. Nutrition and education changed our life and it can change many others. A portion of proceeds support girls' education.

Found in Translation carries out its mission though a 12-week Medical Interpreter Certificate program. The course is offered at no charge to eligible women and includes common-sense supports such as on-site childcare, transportation assistance, and mentoring. Hands-on Job Skills and Financial Literacy education is integrated into the program to help women to achieve new professional and economic heights. Medical Interpreters have a median annual wage of $43,380 and can expect 42.2% job opportunity growth by 2020 (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics)

ChopChopKids is an innovative non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire and teach children and families to cook real food together. We believe that cooking and eating together as a family is a vital step in resolving the obesity and hunger epidemics.

Catie’s Closet provides essential clothing and basic necessities to homeless students and those living below the poverty line. It is based in Dracut, Massachusetts.

Good-Benefits are helping companies solve two problems with employee giving programs—low engagement and painful administration. By making it easy for employees to fund “micro-foundations” through payroll and earn rewards like employer matching, they help them double their impact. They can give to any cause at any time from one place, with one tax receipt. They also reduce program costs by automating grant approval, charity validation and funds disbursement. They turn giving into a low-cost, feel-good employee benefit.

A Little Easier Recovery is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals undergoing cancer treatment and recovery. The organization aims to ease the experience for patients by providing essential resources and educational tools. A Little Easier Recovery has donated over 10,000 Jacki® recovery jackets to hospitals, where nurses and surgeons distribute them at no cost to breast cancer patients. Funded by grants and donations, these jackets serve to enhance the comfort and dignity of those in treatment. The organization collaborates with various sponsors and is committed to expanding its reach, aspiring to distribute thousands more recovery jackets in the future. Through its efforts, A Little Easier Recovery strives to make the journey of cancer treatment a little easier for patients and their families.