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.
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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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Ergonomic Work Lounges
An Ergonomic Lounge at Mangrove Jeju City Designed for Digital Nomads
Group-Centric Social Media Platforms
Chatter Social Has Unveiled Its Version 2 Platform
Automated Retail Concepts
VenHub Smart Stores Use Ai & Robotics to Redefine a Shopping Experience
Retail-Integrated EV Charging Hubs
Circle K Combines Fast Charging With Food and Convenience Stops
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
AI Startup Planning Tools
Startup Strategy Hub Provides AI-Driven Insights And Strategic Guidance
Community Run Hub Activations
New Balance London Run House opens at Somerset House for marathon
Creator Community-Focused Platforms
Gap Inc. Has Introduced a New Centralized Program
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Expansive Social Good-Focused Partnerships
Hyundai is Committed to Community Wellbeing
In-Person Connection Apps
Court is an Empowering New Social App Without Messaging or Swiping
Senior Living Innovation Hubs
The AGE-WELL Innovation Studio Highlights Age-in-Place Solutions
Sofa-Centered Marketing Activations
This Sofa Club Activation Encouraged Consumers to Take a Seat
AI Product Marketplaces
AI-enabled Hub Offers A Wide Range Of AI Products Online
Adaptive Community Hubs
Spaced Agency Designs a Space Supporting Small Businesses and Culture
Consolidated Sports Innovation Engines
Nike is Focusing Its Innovation Efforts Across Its Brands
Connecting Community Centers
UTT Empower Soweto is a Multipurpose Hub Joining Residents and Nature
University Startup Pipelines
EpicenterU Helps Students Build Scalable Ventures Across the Delta
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
Developer Collaboration Hubs
CodeGroupie Helps You Discover and Share Coding Projects Easily
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Tourism Energy Villages
Goa Government Pilots Net Positive, Low-Impact Tourism Clusters
Adult Social Clubs
Social Club 150 Offers In-Person Events to Connect Adults in Their 40s - 60s+
Social Good Coffee Vans
Nespresso and Change Please Partnered to Help End Homelessness
Equity-Backed Artist Programs
The Elephant Room Launches Its Artist Equity Program
Community-Centric E-Commerce Initiatives
MyCommunity.Today Delivers Accessible Digital Tools
Brand-Creator Matchmaking Events
Dhar Mann Studios & Brand Innovators Hosted a Speed Dating Event
Wellness-First Social Networks
Communia Turns Social Media into Social Self-Care
Longevity Social Clubs
Unbound is a Physical and Digital Health Membership Centered on Community
AI Experiment Hubs
Google Labs Showcases Early AI Tools And Experimental Features
Eco-Friendly Self-Care Community Centers
Space Available Creates the Self Care Community Center
Startup Networking Platforms
'Solution' Connects the Global Startup Ecosystem in One Digital Hub
Artisan Fashion Incubators
Ibu Atelier Supports Women-Led Heritage Craft Businesses
Peer-Powered Gifting Initiatives
indu and SoPost Encourage Customers to Share Samples with Friends
Final-Mile Hub Networks
Tractor Supply Launches Its Final-Mile Hub Program
Diversity-Focused Entrepreneurs Access Networks
EY Canada Supports 17 BIPOC Entrepreneurs
Marketing Firm Innovation Hubs
Stagwell is Gearing Up to Open Its New Headquarters in Singapore
All-In-One Retailer Community Apps
Pacsun Debuts the PS Community Hub App
Community Event Hubs
Annex House is a First-of-Its-Kind Physical Gathering Space from Usal Project
Open Tech Learning Tools
Imaginary Hub Offers Free Coding Courses And Expert-Led Live Classes
Green-Powered AI Districts
Uttar Pradesh Plans a Lucknow AI City Fueled By Clean Energy
Social Media Hubs
Unified Socials Centralizes Management Across Multiple Platforms
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Community Wellness Centres
The Apple House by Okra Supports Nature Based Learning
Wellness Recovery Events
Toronto's The Wellness Club Hosts an Immersive Social Wellness Experience
Relationship Intelligence Platforms
The Swarm Centralizes Networks To Unlock Warm Business Intros
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Local Social Networks
NearYou Connects Neighbors And Strengthens Local Community Bonds
Startup Asset Marketplaces
SimpleClosure Enables Founders to Sell Company Assets After Shutdown
Community-Driven Loyalty Programs
Salad House Turned Guest Spending Into Local Donations
Social Networking Hubs
Internet Social Café Lets Users Explore Cafés and Build Online Connections
Collaborative Fitness Challenges
75 Hard Together Brings Accountability & Community To Fitness
Indie Maker Directories
IndieHub Connects Indie Makers With Tools, Experts, And Growth Resources
Creator Community Tools
The Builder's Cohort Connects Makers for Creative Collaboration and Growth
Comprehensive Private Health Societies
Everhaus Emphasizes Luxury and Proactive Health
Personalised Immersive Wellness
Emergence at 113 Spring is a New Multi-Sensorial Wellness Curation
Corporate Coworking Campus Spaces
Ford Debuts The Mezz At Michigan Central Station
Community Travel Platforms
Discover Hidden Gems and Share Locations with TravelShare
Student Network Platforms
Studeen Connects Students Through School-Specific Sharing Communities
Productivity Co-Working Games
On-Together: Virtual Co-Working Turns Focus Sessions to Shared Play
Centralized Web3 Gaming Platforms
Play Solana Announced 'SuperHUB' to Unify Web3 Communities
Playful Futuristic Work Campuses
MAX Zone Hub in Foshan Opens as a Multi-Level Workplace Campus
Embedded Safety Networks
‘Ask for Angela’ Builds Retail-Based Support Systems Across Toronto
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
All-in-One Productivity Hubs
Utility Hub Offers Secure, Browser-Based Tools For Work and School
Social Finance Ecosystems
Venmo blends payments, rewards, and social discovery features
Connective Remote Working Platforms
Creare Helps Find Inspiring Remote and Creative Work Locations
Community Experience Hubs
Gradual Brings Events, Content, and Conversations Into One Platform
Streamlined Case Management Software
Social Work Portal is Introducing a New Case Management Hub
Centralized Port Innovation Centers
BlueTechPort Expands and Supports the Blue Economy
Community Voices Installation
Unheard Voices Pavilion Spotlights Labor of London’s Night Workers
Compact Civic Workspaces
The Stroud Green Housing Centre Creates a Modest Community Hub
Refurbished Neurodiverse Student Hubs
Shrub Oak International School Refurbished Its Student Hub
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Accessibility Infrastructure Enhancement Partnerships
SMILE Mass and Volunteer Ventures Partner
Canadian Entrepreneur-Focused Marketplaces
Futurpreneur Marketplace Emerges as a Timely Initiative
Branded Social Impact Initiatives
Youth To The People Unveils the Community To The People Program
Affordable Smart Community Projects
Arrow Electronics and Habitat for Humanity Collaborate
Empathy-First Loyalty Playbooks
SumUp's CEO Highlights Main Street Tactics For Tech Loyalty
Wellness-Focused Lifestyle Hubs
The Commons Health Club is Considered the Largest in Melbourne
Spiral Multipurpose Village Hubs
Sanjay Puri Architects Present the Nokha Village Community Centre
Interactive Learning Games
FamilyFunHub Makes Learning Engaging With Free Educational Games
Internal Social Platforms
Mush Social Enables Private Communication And Engagement For Teams
AI Social Connectors
Blurbs Provides AI-Moderated Group Chats To Foster Genuine Connections
AI Productivity Tools
AI Utility Hub Offers Smart AI Tools To Boost Productivity And Creativity
Intelligent Urban Infrastructure
The Korea Innovation Foundation Supports TurbineCrew's Smart Pole
Idea Collaboration Hubs
Idearify Helps Users Create, Collaborate, And Protect Their Ideas
Collaborative Business-Enhancing Tools
INFUSE and HubSpot Team Up to Enhance B2B Demand Generation
Mobile Urban Greenhouses
Sementeira Ambulante by LIMIT Architecture Brings Urban Farming on Wheels
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Intentional Messaging Platforms
PenPal Hub Connects Through Mindset-Based Meaningful Conversations
Bright Creative Office Hubs
This Sauvage TV Office Supports Collaboration with Flow and Light
Destination Discovery Platforms
Humbo Helps Travelers Decide Where to Go Before Planning Details
Wellness Productivity Hubs
SpongeHome Combines Emotional Wellness, Focus, And Task Management
Food-Centric Communities
CERES Designs Housing With Integrated Food and Dining Spaces
On-Site Employee Gyms
EGYM Hussle Opens New London Headquarters
Unified Commerce Hubs
Paage Turns Any Bio Link Into A Full-Featured Commerce Platform
Community Engagement Platforms
Hivescout Helps You Find And Engage Your Audience Across Forums
Collaborative Prompt Platforms
Prompt Hub Lets Users Share And Remix AI Prompts
Integrated Productivity Hubs
Parallel Organizes Tasks, Moods, Habits, And Notes In One Place
Urban Greening Infrastructure
GreenPublic Connects Communities With Cities for Tree Planting
Idea Discovery Platforms
ProblemSolver Hub Helps Identify Market Gaps And Business Opportunities
Local Event Planners
Knowhere Helps You Discover and Attend Local Events With Friends
Creative Career Networks
DesignWhiz V2 Empowers Designers With Jobs, Tools, And Community
Repurposed Community Hubs
Mooie Buurt Adds Value to Venues & Unites Locals During Off-Peak Hours
Digital Identity Hubs
Ayo Centralizes Links, Content, And Social Profiles In One Place
App Ideation Platforms
AppIdeaHub Helps You Discover and Validate Profitable App Ideas
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Creative Networking Tools
Designer Hikes Builds Community By Connecting Designers Outdoors
Unified Knowledge Hubs
Digital Notes Combines Ideas, Memories, And Projects In One Platform
Digital Sharing Platforms
Venture Vault Enables Innovators to Share Ideas and Collaborate
Indie Developer Hubs
Access Free Tools And Resources For Independent Projects With IndieHub
Wellness Enterprise-Grade Digital Brands
LeisureLabs Announces Its Sister Company — Connect
Hackathon Team Finders
HackBud Simplifies Team Building For Hackathons and Collaborative Projects
Digital Fundraising Competitions
Headquarterz Launched the Community Cup
AI Resource Hubs
Grids Provides 190+ AI Tools, News, and Insights in One Platform
Community Engagement Platforms
Tchop Enables Businesses To Build And Own Online Communities
Interest-Based Social Networking
Phnk Sparks Real Friendships Through Shared Interests and Chat
Social Gaming Networks
Playwrk Connects Professionals Through Curated Gaming Experiences
Team Work Hubs
DropATask Brings Tasks, Projects, And Docs Together Simply
Breakthrough Development Hubs
Build Y Provides Tools and Insights to Drive Remarkable Creations
Curated Productivity Directories
Efficiency Hub Curates Productivity Apps To Improve Workflow
AI Content Engines
Hubrank Turns Keywords Into SEO Content and Social Posts in Minutes
Social Workplace Branding Tools
Soshial Helps You Build and Grow a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
Developer Content Hubs
Devlopea Enables Developers To Share Short Posts And Code Snippets
Empowering Entrepeneur Clubs
Saltbox Introduces 'Upstream' for Loyal Members Looking for Community
Neighborhood Connection Platforms
NeigborDrop Helps Neighbors Connect for Quick, Local Assistance
Cultural Travel Stays
Connect With Local Families Abroad Through Adventure Homestay
Peer Feedback Networks
IndieVoice Helps Indie Hackers Share and Receive Product Feedback
Developer Knowledge Hubs
Vibe Codebook Connects AI Builders For Fast Answers And Live Help
Professional Networking Communities
Waivly Connects Professionals Through A Private Network
Modular Corporate Workspaces
Oculus Design Studio Unveiled Nestle IT & Digital Hub in Bangalore
Social Sharing Tools
Social Plus Expands Your Reach With Shared Posts Across Platforms
Long-Term Inclusive Activity Programs
Activity Alliance Learning Hub Boasts a Specialized Program
Influencer Collaboration Networks
Megaboarding Connects Brands And Influencers For Collaborations
Repurposed Workplace Training Hubs
Cachet Group Transformed the Anytime Fitness Basement
Tiered Office Incentive Programs
Superhuman Launches the Ways of Working Program
Citywide Digital Literacy Programs
Emerge and Rise Caters to Small Business Owners
Welfare-Focused Student Hubs
G/O Architecture Uni-Center Renovation Opens Campus Life
Hospitality Strategy Communities
The PickUp Unites Revenue Managers in One Hub