These digital social businesses work on developing a framework that keeps in might a result-driven strategy that measures success based on social impact. For instance, one of the earliest examples featured on SocialBusiness.org was "Saving Bletchley Park,' a campaign that was part of Good for Nothing's event in May of 2011 in London, United Kingdom. The campaign was headed by Dr. Sue Black and Kelsey Griffin, director of museum operations, and attempted to preserve Bletchley Park as a site of code-breaking.
Others aren't so historical in focus, however, and harness more of a Web 2.0 spirit in the way that the "digital" in digital social businesses becomes what matters and what holds the "key," so to speak, for change.
22 Digital Social Businesses
From Computer Cradle Campaigns to School-Supporting Newsletters:
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Socially Empowering Digital Apps
CloudFactory Provides Jobs Through an Online Work Force
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Charitable Lit Tees
Wear Your Favorite Novel with the Out of Print Summer Reads Collection
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Creative Agencies for Good
Advertising for Humanity Offers Marketing for Nonprofits
19
Corporate Social Innovations
Imaginals Wishes to Change the Way CSR is Imagined
18
Digital Therapy Apps
Buddy is a Start-Up Supporting Health Services
17
Strategic Creativity Events
Germination is a Communications Company Driving Social Change
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Online Education Charities
Brightside Offers Mentoring and Tutoring on the Web
15
Beneficial Brand Strategy Firms
Briteweb is a Boutique Design Agency Working with Non-Profits
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Charitably Chic Cotton Tees
Multeepurpose Clothing is Inspired by the Causes It Supports
13
Digital Literacy Agencies
New Found Network Employs Youth to Create Nonprofit Campaigns
12
Women-Owned Web Design
YIKES, Inc. is a Competitive and Sustainable Business
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Hubs for Changemakers
McKinsey's What Matters Showcases High Impact Social Innovation
10
$75 Tablet PCs
The Aakash Computer is Meant to Modernize the Indian Countryside
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Museum Social Enterprises
Rainworks Omnimedia Supports Clean Water and Literacy Programs
8
Digital Divide Connectors
Talk2One is a Social Enterprise Connecting People to Communication
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Ethically Focused Digital Companies
Datse Multimedia Productions Works with NGOs & Social Business
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Mission-Focused Mentorship
Global Social Benefit Incubator Launched Kiva, VisionSpring
5
Digital Rural Medicine
mDiagnostica Leverages Mobile Tech for More Efficient Healthcare
4
Veteran Support CICs
'About Turn' is a Community Interest Company Assisting Armed Service Members
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Computer Cradle Campaigns
‘Saving Bletchley Park' is Restoring the Origin of the PC
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Flying Pig Pitches
Good Deals UK Brings Unconventional Voting to the 2011 Social Finance Forum
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School-Supporting Digital Newsletters
Red Tricycle Donates Funds To Underserved Organizations
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Woman-Owned Eco Totes
Digital Avenue is a Woman-Founded Spunky Tote Bag Brand Based in Toronto
Social e-Commerce Platforms
Hoppn Creates "A New Type of Centralized Online Shopping Experience"
Digital Nomad Concept Cars
This Multipurpose Car Was Envisioned By Students From Skoda
Interactive Arcade Storefronts
JD & Snap London Created an AR Storefront for Christmas
Redesigned Hybrid Offices
Mason Studio Redesigned Its Toronto Office For "The Greater Good"
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Phygital To-Do List Devices
The Conceptual 'PRESS' Task Device Helps Users Focus
Virtual Beauty Storefronts
The Clinique Lab is a Next-Gen Digital Retail Concept
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Algorithm-Free Social Media Apps
'RTRO' Connects Users in a More Positive Online Environment
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Digital Streetwear Collaborations
The Fabricant x Highsnobiety Dropped During Paris Fashion Week
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Digital Fast-Food Restaurants
YUM! Brands is Expanding its Technologies for Digital Sales
Digital Growth Initiatives
KPMG Announced a Metaverse Program to Help Employees Grow
Digital Holiday Dresses
Bershka x DressX Digital Going Out Collection Targets Gen Z Customers
Empathy-Building Play Programs
The Barbie School of Friendship Helps Kids Develop Social Skills
Tech Rebellion Campaigns
Lush is Continuing Its Big Tech Rebellion for Black Friday
Small Business Newsletter Platforms
Mailbob Helps Business Owners Build Newsletter Programs
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
AI-Powered Marketing Tools
This E-Commerce Tool Uses Customer Data to Project Reward Impacts
Food Truck Billboards
McDonald's Transformed Billboards into Digital Food Truck Displays
Digital Wellness Inniaitives
Pinterest Focuses on the Digital Well-being of Gen Z
Climate Crisis Awareness Exhibitions
Kinetic Singapore Unveils the School of Tomorrow Exhibition
Inclusive Digital Platform Experiences
Google Launches More Inclusive Assistance to its Platforms
STEM Holiday Shops
CircuitMess' Holiday Gift Shop Has Presents That Teach Coding & Creative Design
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
Digital Collectible Displays
Gatebox's Digital Figure Box Shows Off Virtual Collectibles
Communication-Based Immersive Exhibitions
Intuit Mailchimp and Design Museum Present Email is Dead
Avant-Garde Coffee Table Books
New Society Hosts 'Decentralization, Please Save Culture' Event
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
AI-Powered Digital Marketing Support
Boostrbot Transforms Likes Into Leads
Forest-Protecting Fashion Brand Initiatives
Canopy Leads an Initiative So Save the Forests
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Green Medium-Density Developments
Brahn Smillie-Fearn Consolidates Built & Natural Environments
London-Inspired Sporty Campaigns
Nike Presents the Pulse of London Campaign Honoring the City
Transformed Historic Bank Buildings
Ivy Studio Overhauls the Interior of a Historic Building
Digital Employee Services
Compucom Sets New Digital Employee Standards with its New Service
Digitally Led Bakery-Cafes
Panera's Small-Format Store Has a Digitized Menu & Tracking Screens
Decentralized Social Apps
The 'Bluesky' App is Powered By An Open-Source Protocol
Uplifting Latin Business Campaigns
UPS is Championing Latin and Hispanic-Owned Small Businesses
Employee Wellness Platforms
Scotch & Soda Launches a New Mental Health Platform for Employees
Retro-Tinged Social Logos
Twitter Blue Unveils a New Logo that is Inspired by 80s Styles
AI-Generated Shopping Campaigns
Sandton City's Latest Campaign Integrates Smart Technology
Social Content Creator Platforms
The 'Marble' Social Media Manager Platform Offers Insights
Digital Banking Metaverses
HSBC Confirms Plans to Debut a Virtual Banking Service in the Metaverse
Minimalist Social Media Platforms
Bluesky is a Simple, Minimalist Social Media Platform
Engaging Youth-Focused Platforms
V&A Introduces the Mused Website for Gen Z Digital Natives
Memory-Based Virtual Museums
The Museum of Memories Raises Dementia Awareness
Inclusive Productivity Apps
The 'Deepwrk' Body Doubling Platform is for Adults with ADHD
Social Media-Like Study Apps
SHARPEN Aims to Be Just as Engaging and Convenient as Social Media
Miniature Collectible Campaigns
The World’s Smallest Lines are the Focus of Influencer Marketing
Startup Applicant Tracking Platforms
The 'Briteloop' Platform is Built for Small Businesses
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Digital Passport Partnerships
Viamedici Partnered with Sustain360 on Environmental Initiatives
Operations-Centric Digital Browsers
The Arc Browser Launches with Simplistic New Tools
Ability-Focused CSR Campaigns
Decathlon's Ability Signs Reshape the Narrative around Disabilities
Digital Literacy Programs
Two Parkland Students Launch CLEO to Empower Seniors with Technology
UK-Based Dynamic Office Spaces
Edelman UK works with Gensler on the Francis House Workspace
Efficiency-Driven Digital Ad Solutions
ShopLiftr is Revolutionizing Digital Advertising
Publicly Available Social Medias
'Bluesky' is Now Open to All Users Without Invitation
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Skaldic is an App for Curious Minds
Sustainable DMO-Focused Initiatives
Expedia Group Debuts Two Innovative Programs for DMOs
Digital Architecture Libraries
My ArchiSchool is Launching a New Resource in Summer 2023
Accessible Mixed-Reality Media
Chapter 2 Welcomes New Society to Revolutionize the Media Frontier
Kindness-Focused Social Media
Kyndr is a Community-Based Social Media Platform
Revived Archival Logos
Burberry's New Campaign Features an Archive-Inspired Logo
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Virtual Game Tourism Campaigns
Cape Town Launches a Virtual Game for a New Tourism Campaign
Business-Friendly NFT Tools
Salesforce Introduces NFT Tools to Help Businesses Embrace Web3
Community-Driven Clothing Companies
'Bombas' Makes a Donation for Each Item Purchased
B2B eCommerce Retailer Platforms
Walmart Business Streamlines Access to Essentials
Content Creator News Sources
Creative Brew Offers Daily Insight and News for Content Creators
Positivity-Focused Social Medias
SLAY is a Social Media App with Gamified Positive Experiences
Office-Transformed Co-Living Spaces
HUB & Bridges Fund Management Present its Cornerstone Project
Personalized Grocery Billboard Campaigns
Tesco Ireland Gets a New Live-Prompt Campaign
Inspirational Learning Management Tools
'Get Inspired' Offers Digestible Snippets of Content
Offline Shopping Campaigns
'Shop Offline' Helps People Rediscover the Joy of Real-World Shopping
Business Idea Keyword Checker
Build the Keyword Helps Find Keyword for Optimal Traffic
Adult Board Game Campaigns
Hasbro and Ageless Innovation Rebrand Childhood Games for Adults
Decentralized Social Apps
Meta is Developing a Decentralized Text-Based App Codenamed "P92"
Educational Charity Campaigns
'Learning Palooza' Empowers Communities through Education, Action
Sustainable Brand Certificates
b, halfmoon Recently Became a Certified B Corporation™ (B Corp™)
Digital Brainstorming Tools
Card Buddy Serves as an Online Space to Visualize Ideas and Thoughts
Youth Culture Telecom Campaigns
Deutsche Telekom's Summer Campaign Connects with Gen Z
AI-Powered Marketing Strategies
The M1 Marketing Strategy Generator Will Build a Strategy
Review-Based Marketing Campaigns
These Amazon Campaigns Bring Real Reviews To Life
Reimagined Hybrid Workspace Designs
Mason Studio Redesigned its Offices in Toronto
Digital At-Home Healthcare
birdie Helps Older Adults Receive Quality Care Using Digital Interfaces
Digital Trademarking Services
Digip Digitizes the Process of Applying for Trademarks Using Tech
Education-Enhancing Chatbot Services
The 'Stretch' Chatbot Offers Resources For K-12 Educators
Marketing Mentorship Platforms
Sprout Social Launches as a New Business Mentorship Network
Digital Workspace Collaboration Platforms
The 'Moot' Meeting Platform Engages Remote Teams
Sustainable Media Initatives
BlueTriton and Teads Launch a New Digital Sustainability Initiative
Authenticated News Apps
Digital Trust Network 'Click' Challenges the Threat of Misinformation
Entrepreneurial Mentorship platforms
GrowthMentor Connects Individuals for 1:1 Support
Sporty Digital Apparel
Roots & Stadium Live Launched a Digital Experience for Gen Z
AI-Powered Creative Services
WePost Saga Helps Businesses Enhance Their Online Social Presence
Social Digital Nomad Apps
The 'Citizen Remote' App Supports Remote Workers and More
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
SaaS Influencer Marketing Tools
Beeing Social Launches 'Buzz Bee Buzz' for Influencer Marketing
Social Engagement Platforms
Perspik Provides an Online Space for Thoughtful Engagement
Billboard-Transformed Tent Shelters
Wunderman Thompson Morocco Creates the Life-Saving Outdoors
Health-Focused Staff Programs
SOCIETY Debuts the 'SOCIETY Residents' Employee Welfare Initiative
Happiness-Prioritizing QSR Campaigns
Dave & Buster's Launches the 'Adult Unlearn' Summer Campaign
Professional Community Platforms
LinkedIn is Targeting Gen Z Professionals with its New Campaign
Clean Water CSR Campaigns
The Give Water, Give Health Campaign Provides Clean Water for Thousands
Revamped Modern Phone Booths
100architects Brings Digital Touches to the Classic Phone Booth
Soccer-Centric Software Partnerships
This Partnership Boosts Soccer-Loving Female Digital Creators
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Failed Digital Product Databases
Dead Product Marketplace is a Graveyard for Abandoned Projects
Mental Health Branding Initiatives
L.L.Bean Digitally Detoxed for Mental Health Awareness Month
Slogan-Detailed Graphic Tee Capsules
Soho Yacht Club Suggests to Do Something Nice Today
Modern Business Card Scanners
Spreadly Scan Brings Networking to the Modern Age
Digital Age-Diverse Platforms
Growing with Age is a Platform for Sustaining Age-Diverse Workforces
Inclusive Try-On Programs
Perfect Corp. Connects Beauty Brands with Digital Beauty Innovation
Science-Based Gaming Platforms
Skillprint Launched a New First-of-Its-Kind Gaming Pairing Platform
Year-Long Professional Content Calendars
Content Squeezy Provides Social media Ideas
Result-Highlighting Health Apps
Sandyl Uses A/B Testing to Ensure Positive Change
AI-Generated Social Ad Copy
the M1-Project Helps Business Owners Convert Using Social Media
Collaborative Nonprofit Group Campaigns
The 'Little Labels, Big Impact' Campaign Raises Awareness
Children-Supporting Trust Initiatives
The Children who Trust Again Campaign Supports Abuse Victims
Customizable Digital Studio Platforms
Designtex Presents the New Digital Studio Tool Platform
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
Comprehensive Business Loyalty Solutions
BusinessQR Helps Brands Build Customer Loyalty
Secure Firearm Campagins
The Ad Council, Brady, and Densu Unveil the Safe Stories Campaign
Sibling Caregiver Campagins
CDSS Launches 'Care Instructions' Campaign
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Campaign-Led Esports Studios
Guild Launches New Creative Services Division Called ‘Guild Studios’
Productivity-Enhancing Focus Sessions
SoulCycle Partners with Deep Work Platform FLOWN
Goal-Celebrating Success Platforms
Office Depot Launches the Imagine Success Platform
Business Slogan Generators
The Slogan Generator Will Create a Catchy Slogan for Any Business
Efficient Personalized Idea Newsletters
Sofon Curates Personalized Insights From Numerous Sources
Senior-Targeted Website Builders
Dwellr Seeks to Help Senior Communities Facing Limitations
Presidential Note Campaigns
Joe Biden Launches a New Boomer-Focused Campaign Using the Notes App
Philanthropic Investment Banks
Builders Vision Helps Build a More Humane and Healthy Planet
Personalized Content Discovery Tools
Bread Allows Users To Discover Social Content and Save it