Hubs for social entrepreneurship respond to both needs both social and financial. Those who attempt to get their start-ups up and running are sometimes solo entrepreneurs or have a very small team. And so, getting together is a practical way to connect with people who are doing similar things as you but also are a way to cut costs if you can't afford your own office -- and most start-ups can't.
From community hot desks and poverty-focused innovations labs to social good accelerators and bars that fund students, the goal for these hubs for social entrepreneurs is to develop and grow an idea while at the same time allowing for networking and organizing events with investors, businesses and other people in the industry.
18 Hubs for Social Entrepreneurs
From Community Hot Desks to Poverty-Focused Innovation Labs:
Tiana Reid — Feb 25, 2013 — Social Good
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Community Hot Desks
Hub Vilnius Lets Social Innovators Come Together in Lithuania
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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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Poverty-Focused Innovation Labs
Proximity Designs is a Myanmar-Based Non-Profit Enterprise
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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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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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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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Youth Tech Bootcamps
Girls Who Code Teaches Programming Skills to Young Women in NYC
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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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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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Campus-Based Social Action Facilities
Student Hubs Helps Pupils Connect with Meaningful Causes
Related Ideas
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
Renewed Urban Rooftops
The Heineken Seoul Rooftop Turns Unused Rooftops into Community Spaces
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
AI Startup Resources
AI Startup Offers 400+ Curated Tools and Guides for Founders
Business Idea Generators
Crazy Business Idea Generator Lets Users Vote and Share Ideas Socially
Resilience-Focused Youth Initiatives
Covenant House Toronto Launches ‘Home of the Unbreakable’
Architectural Community Spaces
The Street Clubhouse Forms Social Connection Through Open Design
Vertical Creative Hubs
PUMA Studio Los Angeles is a Multi-Purpose Brand Campus in West Hollywood
University Startup Accelerators
UC Davis Launches Life Science Venture Program With Funding
Adaptive Community Hubs
Spaced Agency Designs a Space Supporting Small Businesses and Culture
Connecting Community Centers
UTT Empower Soweto is a Multipurpose Hub Joining Residents and Nature
Beige Wellness-Focused Spaces
Hābico Fuses Design, Functionality, and Community Revitalization
Automated Venture Building Platforms
OpenAI Introduced the Startup-in-a-Box Proposal
Airport Mobility Hubs
Melbourne Airport is Establishing a New System of Assistance Points
Venture Studio Partnerships
SDSU Teams With Launch Factory to Launch Its Venture Studio Deal
Adult Social Clubs
Social Club 150 Offers In-Person Events to Connect Adults in Their 40s - 60s+
Colleague-Connecting Pubs
The Office by Heineken Celebrates the Best Part of Work Culture
Community-Oriented Wellness Spaces
Basic Space Gym Integrates Training, Recovery, and Social Areas
On-Campus Business Incubators
San Francisco Bay University is Debuting Innovate Bay
AI Experiment Hubs
Google Labs Showcases Early AI Tools And Experimental Features
Startup Networking Platforms
'Solution' Connects the Global Startup Ecosystem in One Digital Hub
University Startup Pipelines
EpicenterU Helps Students Build Scalable Ventures Across the Delta
Housing Collective Projects
La Comunidad Habitacional by Cierto Estudio Forms Shared Urban Spaces
Elevated Dual-Purpose Spaces
COhatch Hamilton Opens Its Doors in a Former Bank Building
Indian Market Support Programs
Germany Launches Its INDIA DESK Berlin for Indian Startups
Urban Runner Hubs
Seoul's Runner's Bases Add Value to Unused Subway Spaces
Marketing Firm Innovation Hubs
Stagwell is Gearing Up to Open Its New Headquarters in Singapore
Artisan Fashion Incubators
Ibu Atelier Supports Women-Led Heritage Craft Businesses
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
Startup Idea Newsletters
Easy Startup Ideas Delivers Business Roadmaps For Aspiring Founders
Adaptive Workspace Designs
Twobo’s SALT HQ Highlights Material Reuse in a Community-Ready Office
Startup Investor Databases
Angel Match Helps Startups Find Relevant Investors Quickly
Social Media Hubs
Unified Socials Centralizes Management Across Multiple Platforms
Design Resource Hubs
Dezign Heroes Provides Access To 1500+ Tools For Designers
Startup Asset Marketplaces
SimpleClosure Enables Founders to Sell Company Assets After Shutdown
University AI Startup Pipelines
UChicago Partners with Microsoft and NVIDIA to Support AI Founders
Adaptive Community Spaces
The Spark of Hudson Transforms an Industrial Site into a Shared Space
Statewide Life Sciences Incubators
Brown University Has Backed The Ocean State Labs Incubator
Amenity-Led Office Retrofits
60 Threadneedle Street adds wellness and hospitality-focused spaces
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Comprehensive Wellness Hubs
Longevity Wellness Hub Opens in Riyadh
Developer Tool Hubs
Indie Tools Organizes Essential Resources For Independent Developers
Local Social Networks
NearYou Connects Neighbors And Strengthens Local Community Bonds
Commercialization Accelerator Programs
NM FAST Supports Deep-Tech Startups Pursuing Federal Grants
Social Networking Hubs
Internet Social Café Lets Users Explore Cafés and Build Online Connections
Indie Maker Directories
IndieHub Connects Indie Makers With Tools, Experts, And Growth Resources
Sovereign AI Research Hubs
Mila, 5C and Hypertec Establish a New Facility in Lasalle, Quebec
Startup Investor Platforms
Find-Investor Connects Startups With Experienced Investors Efficiently
Corporate Coworking Campus Spaces
Ford Debuts The Mezz At Michigan Central Station
Productivity Co-Working Games
On-Together: Virtual Co-Working Turns Focus Sessions to Shared Play
Playful Futuristic Work Campuses
MAX Zone Hub in Foshan Opens as a Multi-Level Workplace Campus
African Fashion Futures Incubators
The African Fashion Foundation is Pioneering Design in Africa
Centralized Web3 Gaming Platforms
Play Solana Announced 'SuperHUB' to Unify Web3 Communities
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
Startup-Grade Enterprise Software
PTC Expanded Free Cloud Engineering Tools for Startups
Product Management Hubs
PM Pathfinder Provides Resources And Coaching For Product Managers
Curated Resource Hubs
Resourcebox Delivers Handpicked Tools, Apps, and Learning Resources
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
AI Launch Pad Programs
NYC Economic Development Corporation Partners with Lightspeed
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
Affordable Smart Community Projects
Arrow Electronics and Habitat for Humanity Collaborate
Design Resource Hubs
Designers Tool Offers Curated Design Resources Handpicked By Designers
Soft-Landing Startup Hubs
NJ BASE Helps International Startups Launch and Scale in the U.s.
AI Productivity Tools
AI Utility Hub Offers Smart AI Tools To Boost Productivity And Creativity
Idea Collaboration Hubs
Idearify Helps Users Create, Collaborate, And Protect Their Ideas
Creative Community Platforms
Folks Creates A Space For Product Makers To Share Ideas And Connect
Comprehensive Accessibility Hubs
Visit California Has Introduced an Accessibility Hub
Collaborative Prompt Platforms
Prompt Hub Lets Users Share And Remix AI Prompts
Grass-Roots Golf Gatherings
HEAD Golf and Links Social Tour Bring Style to Toronto Invitational
Small Business-Focused Accessibility Programs
FUIB and Big City Lab Introduce Accessibility Check
Academic Resource Platforms
PolyNotesHub Centralizes Polytechnic Notes And Course Materials Online
Social Finance Ecosystems
Venmo blends payments, rewards, and social discovery features
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
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Boilerplate Library Platforms
BoilerplateHub Offers Curated Ready-To-Use Templates For Fast Setup
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
Storytelling Workspaces
M Moser’s London Office Uses Behavioral Design and Brand-Focused Interiors
Founder Networking Platforms
The Startup Club Connects Founders With Key People and Resources
Integrated Productivity Hubs
Parallel Organizes Tasks, Moods, Habits, And Notes In One Place
Startup Revival Platforms
failedUps Lets Users Discover And Revive Abandoned Startup Opportunities
Launch Accountability Platforms
DeadlineHub Drives Exposure And Accountability For SaaS Launches
Idea Discovery Platforms
ProblemSolver Hub Helps Identify Market Gaps And Business Opportunities
Community Hub Convenience Stores
Co-op turns local stores into delivery and service hubs
Targeted Startup Incentive Programs
Sugar Land Launches the 'Sugar Land Starts Up Innovation Fund'
Expert Access Platforms
Outpost Connects Users To Industry Experts For Fast Actionable Feedback
Remote Workspace Cafes
Cafe Hunt Helps You Find Laptop-Friendly Cafes With Key Amenities
Repurposed Community Hubs
Mooie Buurt Adds Value to Venues & Unites Locals During Off-Peak Hours
Startup Listing Tools
Founder's Directory Helps Startups Distribute Listings Across Platforms
Creative Networking Tools
Designer Hikes Builds Community By Connecting Designers Outdoors
Digital Sharing Platforms
Venture Vault Enables Innovators to Share Ideas and Collaborate
Micro SaaS Communities
Connect And Showcase Your Products With MakersTower’s Focused Platform
Marketing Resource Directories
Viral Marketing Lab Curates Growth Tools And Resources For Founders
Cohesive Modern Workspace Studios
The Studio and Workspace of Unorthodox Designs is Collaborative
Indie Developer Hubs
Access Free Tools And Resources For Independent Projects With IndieHub
Grant Discovery Platforms
Startup Grants Helps Founders Find and Apply For Non-Dilutive Funding
Developer Portfolio Hubs
App Showcase Lets You Share Mobile Apps, Stats, and Revenue Publicly
Digital Fundraising Competitions
Headquarterz Launched the Community Cup
AI Resource Hubs
Grids Provides 190+ AI Tools, News, and Insights in One Platform
Campus Convenience Hubs
Co-op Expands Self-Service Stores Across Russell Group Universities
Structured Mentorship Platforms
Startup Science Acquires Sphere & Debuts an Advisors Module
Regional Innovation Funds
Michigan Launched a Startup Investment Program Across Multiple Sectors
SaaS Operations Hubs
LaunchPro Centralizes SaaS Development, Finances, And Growth Tools
Reinvented Compact Living
An Affordable Housing Prototype Meets Modern Needs on a Micro Scale
Startup Directory Hubs
List Your Startup In 400+ Directories With Indie Kit To Boost Visibility
Massive Engineering Campus Expansions
Uber Opens Bengaluru And Hyderabad engineering Campuses
Curated Productivity Directories
Efficiency Hub Curates Productivity Apps To Improve Workflow
Climate Tech Academies
Climestart Provides 105 Lessons To Launch A Climate Tech Venture
Specialized Space Infrastructure Programs
Blacknight Space Has Launched Blacknight Space Labs
Social Workplace Branding Tools
Soshial Helps You Build and Grow a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
Prebuilt Project Templates
Find Ready-to-Use Boilerplates For Any Project With BoilerplateHub
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
Resource Discovery Hubs
Resourcifyy Helps Users Find, Share, And Explore Top Online Resources
Startup Funding Directories
Credit for Startups Helps Entrepreneurs Discover Funding Opportunities
Housing Innovation Symposiums
The Boston Society for Architecture Focuses on the Future of Housing
Neighborhood Connection Platforms
NeigborDrop Helps Neighbors Connect for Quick, Local Assistance
Peer Feedback Networks
IndieVoice Helps Indie Hackers Share and Receive Product Feedback
Professional Networking Communities
Waivly Connects Professionals Through A Private Network
Modular Corporate Workspaces
Oculus Design Studio Unveiled Nestle IT & Digital Hub in Bangalore
Startup Essentials Bundles
The App Tool-Kit Helps Digital Creators Launch with the Right Tools
Community-Focused Support Programs
Jessica Lee Has Established the 'Pursue the Dream' Program
Workplace Engagement Platforms
Café Helps Teams Connect Through In Person Meetings And Events
Founder Support Networks
Ramen Club Provides Community And Tools To Help Founders Profit
Productivity Framework Tools
Effectivity Lab Helps Teams Focus On Priorities And Achieve More
Regional Irish R&D Hubs
Qumulo Opens the Cork, Ireland R&D And Customer Success Hub
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
Hospitality Strategy Communities
The PickUp Unites Revenue Managers in One Hub
Welfare-Focused Student Hubs
G/O Architecture Uni-Center Renovation Opens Campus Life