They say that two's company and three's a crowd, usually meaning that a crowd isn't exactly ideal, however, these hub-empowered social enterprises might have you to think about that tired saying twice.
From urban farm networks to youth tech bootcamps, it takes a village to create positive social change. Take Bombay Connect (previously known as Bombay Hub), for instance, a social enterprise based in India that is partnered with the UnLtd chapter of the same country, which offers a co-working space including a cool terrace to chill out and chat on.
And that's why we love hub-empowered social enterprises: it's not simply all work and no play. For social entrepreneurs, working tends to combine what you love and what you were meant to do, which is, of course, to impact others.
32 Hub-Empowered Social Enterprises
The Crowd is Where You Want to Be for Positive Change:
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Community Hot Desks
Hub Vilnius Lets Social Innovators Come Together in Lithuania
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Helmet Vending Machines
The 'Helmethub' Dispenses Helmets to Riders Renting Bikes
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Bars That Fund Students
The Profits at Turl Street Kitchen Go to a Hub That Supports Causes
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Solar-Powered Chargers
These Chargers are Being Used to Charge Phones in Developing Countries
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Poverty-Focused Innovation Labs
Proximity Designs is a Myanmar-Based Non-Profit Enterprise
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Collaborative Workspace Launches
The Center for Social Innovation NYC Opened Earlier This Month
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Austrian Innovation Hubs
Emersense Brings Together Social Entrepreneurs in Vienna
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Affordable Working Hubs
10 Carden is for Social Innovators Making an Impact
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Online Upcycling Innovation Hubs
Trash Backwards is a Community Supporting the Reuse Revolution
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Subsidized Community Restaurants
Ellice Cafe & Theatre is a Hub of Activities and Delicacies
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Social Innovation Habitats
The Hub Network Helps to Incubate Ideas for Change Around the World
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African Abuse Apps
Mobi-Reportabuse is a Ghanian Cellphone Service to Report Violence
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Fresh Perspective Posts
The Social Business Visit to the FoodCycle Cambridge Hub
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Social Good Accelerators
Hub Ventures Supports Entrepreneurs with Start-Ups
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Social Innovation Hubs
The Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship Offers a Voice
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Fair Trade Internet Shops
Fairer Planet Targets an Audience Interested in Sustainable Food & Toys
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Hubs for Changemakers
McKinsey's What Matters Showcases High Impact Social Innovation
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Nigerian Entrepreneurship Incubators
The Co-Creation Hub Helps Foster Social Innovation in Lagos
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Indian Organic Farming Promotion
Krishi Naturals Works with Farmers to Support Biodiversity
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Youth Tech Bootcamps
Girls Who Code Teaches Programming Skills to Young Women in NYC
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Crowdsourcing H2O Texts
NextDrop Uses SMS to Make Water Service More Reliable in India
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Collaborative Community Spaces
Bombay Connect is a Hub of Social Entrepreneurship
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Innovative Training Centers
Striding Out Supports Young Social Entrepreneurs
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Technology-Free Business Retreats
Reboot is a Weekend Social Incubator with No Gadgets Allowed
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Inclusive Business Networks
Practitioner Hub is a Place to Share and Network Online
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Car Rental Cooperatives
Moorcar is a Social Enterprise Fostering Community Initiatives
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Community Resource Sites
'seToolbelt' Assists Social Entrepreneurs in Kickstarting Their Ventures
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Healthy Happiness Hubs
'Social adVentures' Supports the Community Through Enjoyment
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Co-op Consultancies
Co-operative and Mutual Solutions Ltd. Works Internationallly
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Campus-Based Social Action Facilities
Student Hubs Helps Pupils Connect with Meaningful Causes
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Anti-Stigma Food Companies
The Healthy Hub Creates Jobs for People with Mental Illnesses
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Urban Farm Networks
Fresh City is a Toronto-Based Social Enterprise
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This Tonya Surman Speech Discusses Thoughtful Start-Ups
Olympic-Themed Artillery Bracelets
Peacebomb Upcycles Shrapnel from Laos into Jewelry
Seasonal Eco Eateries
A Better World Cafe Serves up Accessible Sustainable Food
Electric Transport Bicycles
The iBullitt Solar Cargo eBike Reduces Energy in Freight Businesses
30 Critical Student Breakthroughs
From Informative Student Loan Infographics to Eco Libraries
Fair Trade-Only Websites
Global Goods Partners Features the Work of Women Artisans
Community Hot Desks
Hub Vilnius Lets Social Innovators Come Together in Lithuania
Wearable Phone Chargers
The Carbon Precision Solar iPhone Charger Makes Sense
Inspired Altruistic Vino Brands
Cultivate Wines is a Nonprofit That Gives Back
3D Printing Vending Machines
Customized 3D Printing is in Vending Machine Form Thanks to Dreambox
Remote Healthcare Technologies
iKure is a Kolkata-Based Delivery Platform for India
Leadership Learning Institutes
The Social Enterprise Academy in Scotland Delivers the Goods
Hand-Capped Condiment Packaging
The Brooklyn Salsa Company Branding Exudes a Love for the City
Destroyed Architecture Art
Beyt by '2b design' is a Social Enterprise Employing the 'Unemployable'
Bike-Promoting Community Companies
'Get Cycling' is a Social Enterprise Promoting a Healthy Life
Last Mile Delivery Services
B-Line is a Distribution Networking Building Sustainable Urban Life
Health-Promoting Camping Gear
Kammok Sells Hammocks to Provide Mosquito Nets in Africa
Poverty-Focused Innovation Labs
Proximity Designs is a Myanmar-Based Non-Profit Enterprise
Online Job-Hunting Infographics
How Social Media Influences the Workforce and Job Placements
32 Volunteer-Supporting Social Enterprises
From Altruistic Law Firms to Fair Trade Underwear
Solar-Powered Phone Chargers
The Lava Solar Charger can Charge Your Phone in Eight Hours
Eco Community Centers
Evergreen Brick Works is a Social Enterprise Fostering Nature in Toronto
Change-Focused Mobile Markets
My Street Grocery Aims to Further the Local Food Economy
Philanthropic Online Platforms
UNITE is Working to Enable Impactful Connections Throughout Africa
Sustainable Baby Products
The Honest Company Offers Eco-Friendly Diapers
Self-Sustaining Social Enterprises
Kinyei Fosters Independent Entrepreneurship in Cambodia
Contemporary For-Benefit E-Commerce
We See Beauty Tries to Sell Coop-Made Products with Visuals
Portable Solar Chargers
The Powertraveller Solarmonkey Adventurer Charges Gadgets On-The-Go
Conflict-Resolving Pop Machines
Coca-Cola's 'Small World Machines' Connects Indians and Pakistanis
Hunger-Eliminating Social Media
FlashFood Turns Restaurant Leftovers into Meals for the Hungry
Designer Vending Machines
Chanel Uses Clever Marketing To Launch its First Volumizing Mascara
Women-Focused Eco Programs
Backpack Farm is an African-Based Entrepreneurship Supporter
Student-Based Social Networks
Microsoft Socl is Focused on Learning
Stylishly Speckled Helmets
The Ruby x Ill Studio Helmet Series are Extremely Limited
Austrian Innovation Hubs
Emersense Brings Together Social Entrepreneurs in Vienna
Uninterrupted Solar Chargers
The StrongVolt Auto-Connects When Sunlight is Available
Affordable Working Hubs
10 Carden is for Social Innovators Making an Impact
Micro-Volunteering Platforms
Raise5 Enables the Charitable Giving of Your Time and Talents
Stacy McCoy, Co-Founder of Give to Get Jobs
Social Enterprise and Nonprofit Job Board
Cooperative Banks
Rabobank is an Old Institution That Funds Sustainable Business
Social Business Logistics
London-Based 'Connection Crew' Hires Ex-Homeless People
Crystal-Encrusted Head Protectors
The Tim Coppens Swarovski Helmet Luxuriously Avoids Brain Damage
Online Farming Enterprises (UPDATE)
MyFarm.com Allows You to Control Land Using FarmVille Tactics
Responsible Himalayan Travel
Ecosphere Focuses on the Triple Bottom Line with the Spiti Community
Subsidized Community Restaurants
Ellice Cafe & Theatre is a Hub of Activities and Delicacies
Outlet-Imitating Eco Chargers
The SunVolt Solar Power Station Charges Multiple Gadgets at Once
Anti-Mafia Co-Operative Products
The Ethicando Store in Paris Stocks Fairtrade Food and Designs
Sustainable Shade Systems
Skyshade is an Indian Social Business Capturing the Sun
Disposable Parametric Planters
Paper Vase is a Simple Captivating Cover for an Insipid Stem Holder
Sustainable Car Hires
GUTSi Executive Transfer Offers Transportation in the United Kingdom
Indian Bike-Sharing Schemes
Cycle Chalao Had to Close Due to Lack of Government Support
DIY Sustainable Gardening Systems
Teaching Kids Good Nutrition with Woolly Pocket
Spherical Solar Chargers
Revolutionary Rawlemon Designs Solar Energy Chargers to Keep Us Green
Bolivian Co-Op Clothing
Artesania Sorata Creates Artisan Goods and Employs Women
Ethical Artisan-Empowering Organizations
Shopping for a Change is a Globally Minded Non-Profit
Dairy Farming e-Businesses
Akashganga Creates Technologies for Cooperatives in India
Stuff-Sharing Social Enterprises
Unstash Fosters Collaborative Consumption for Sustainability
Holistic Food Experiences
Aya Community Markets is an Organic Nourishment in Dc
Crowdfunding Community Offshoots
CSI's Catalyst is a Platform for Funding Social Projects
Women-Owned Web Design
YIKES, Inc. is a Competitive and Sustainable Business
Business Development-Focused Cuisine
Exceline Catering's Founders Commit to Small Enterprise Ideas
Time-Travelling Soda Machines
EPIC Comics Turned a Vending Machine into a Tardis Telephone Box
Change-Making Business Incubators
Enspiral is a Creative Launch Pad for Social Start-ups
Mini Health Center Chains
Access Afya is a Social Enterprise with Small, High-Tech Care Sites
Melting Ice Drink Dispensers
The 7UP Vending Machine is Made from Blocks of Ice That Melt
Inclusive Economic Development
Aavishkaar Invests in Rural Communities Through Entrepreneurs
Teen-Oriented Crisis Text Lines
Do Something is a Social Impact Organization Collaborating Online
Social Entrepreneur-Supporting Groups
Adsila Helps Those Who Aim to Address Universal Concerns
Mission Mentorship Programs
'Academies for Social Entrepreneurship' Shoots for Sustainability
Certified Sustainable Soaps
LEAP Organics Uses USDA-Approved Ingredients and Recycled Packages
Indian Social Entrepreneurship Programs
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences is Pushing the Scene
Economy-Focused Sustainability Projects
Borderstep Institute Takes a Success-Driven Approach
Peace-Filled Community Spaces
Busboys and Poets is Part Performance Venue and Part Restaurant
Non-Profit Acceleration Headquarters
Space with a Soul is Boston's Social Innovation Station
Student-Created Telecom Companies
The *bliep is Designed to Appeal to Dutch Youth
Collaborative Workshop Non-Profits
The Impact Lab was Designed to Connect Various Sectors
Surgery Sponsoring Web Donations
Watsi is Making Medical Care Affordable for the Developing World
Beneficial Business Locating Programs
The Social Impact App Uses GPS to Find Responsible Retail
Women-Only Fitness Chains
'B-Fit' is a Turkish Gym and Social Enterprise
Ethical Sanitary Napkins
Azadi Aims to Create and Distribute Biodegradable Pads to Women in India
Labor-Reducing Dairy Farms
Arohana Works in India to Reduce Dependency
Faith-Based Creative Businesses
Haitian Creations Works with Women in Making Accessories
Sexuality-Celebrating Social Enterprises
'Coffee, Cake & Kink' Fosters Community and Conversation
Indian Organic Farming Promotion
Krishi Naturals Works with Farmers to Support Biodiversity
Slavery-Targeting Enterprise Accelerators
Not For Sale Endeavors to Fight Human Trafficking
Social Strategy Infographics
The ‘Card Hub’ Study Shows How Credit Card Companies Targ
Social Enterprise Irrigation Systems
Driptech is a International Water Technologies Company
Social Innovation Campuses
The LAB Miami Is Bringing Startup Culture to Southern Florida
Global Water Crisis Films
The Participant Media 'Last Call at the Oasis' Documentary
B Corp Conferences
The Themes for Social Capital Markets' SOCAP13 Include Health & Oceans
Slim Vending Machines
The Diet Coke Slender Vender is the Thinnest in the World
Sustainable Product Wholesalers
Honest Green is a Nation-Wide Distributor of Natural Items
Local Food Deliveries
Mama Earth Organics Lets You Choose Weekly or Bi-Weekly Produce Baskets
Social Change Education
The Business Association of Stanford Entrepreneurial Students Supports
Altruism-Enabling Platforms
Eclectic Productions is a UK Social Enterprise With Inspiring Projects
Youth Tech Bootcamps
Girls Who Code Teaches Programming Skills to Young Women in NYC
Campus Cultivated Farms
The UCLA Student Food Co-Op Brings Better Food to University
Collaborative Community Spaces
Bombay Connect is a Hub of Social Entrepreneurship
Luscious Helmet Hair Campaigns
The 'Brave Peruke' Campaign Adorns Helmets with Luscious Locks
Community-Bridging Organizations
Youth Social Innovation Capital Fund (YSI) Offers Finance Support
Community Health Commitments
Alliance of Chicago Has Been Serving Low-Income Communities Since '97
Private Sector Hunger Campaigns
'Nutrition for Growth' is an Event Attempting to Bridge Business
Venture Philanthropy Co-ops
Chetna Organic Seeks to Enable Ethical Supply Chains from India
Micro-Lending Web Platforms
Lendwithcare.org Works with The Co-operative
Social Firm Community Cafes
Frogmeadow Reinvents the Labor Market in the United Kingdom
Ethics Consulting Firms
Susan Liautaud & Associates Limited Sees Organizational Practice
Global EV Providers
Better Place Offers Electric Transportation Services
Non-Profit Food Trucks
Texans Canteen Supports Students of the Austin Can Academy High School
Business-Building Education Programs
The Global Social Benefit Incubator at Santa Clara University
Uninterrupted Solar Chargers (UPDATE)
StrongVolt's Portable Solar Charger is Going into Production
Car Rental Cooperatives
Moorcar is a Social Enterprise Fostering Community Initiatives
Crowdsourced Peace-Promoting Anthems
Peace Mix UK is Creating a Unique Musical Opportunity
Spanish-Supporting Social Enterprises
'Movimiento Idun' is a Language-Based CIC in Spain
Latin American Business Accelerators
Agora Partnerships Supports Social Entrepreneurs
Investment Metrics Webinars
The 'Social Measurement Use Among Canadian Impact Investors' Study
Sustainably Sweet Wheatgrass
Aconbury Sprouts Offers Organic Chilled Health Foods
Idea-Led Purpose Companies
BeCause LLC Consults and Invests in Business Models
Employment-Endeavoring Non-Profits
1000 Jobs/Haiti Creates Work Through Its Projects in the Nation
Stacey Horowitz, Founder of Shopping for a Change (INTERVIEW)
Supporting Global Artisans
Health Care Smart Cards
Changamka Microhealth Ltd is an Outpatient Company in Kenya
Altruistic Innovation Incubators
Unltd India is a Launch Pad for Budding Social Entrepreneurs
Social Innovation Incubators
Affinity Lab is a Shared Working Space and Platform in DC
For-Profit Ecological Restoration
Accion Verde Plants Trees in Tactical Areas of Colombia
Campus-Based Social Action Facilities
Student Hubs Helps Pupils Connect with Meaningful Causes
Successful School-Pleading Videos
The ‘Michigan, Give Me One More Chance’ Video Wins
Global Logistics Social Businesses
Agility Offers Expert Commercial Services Around the World
Co-op Representatives
The Canadian Co-operative Association (CCA) Brings Members Together
Small Biz Impact Reports
The Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs Released Its Data
Annual Summer Co-op Festivals
The Co-operatives Fortnight is a UK-Based Campaign