This collection of social businesses for youth spans giving consideration to young people as both a means and an end. For instance, GeboMana sends a child to school for every t-shirt that's sold. And the Global Block Foundation focuses on personal sustainability for marginalized black youth. Investing in youth through charity or empowering services is the name of the game for the social entrepreneurs featured here.
It's an overused saying that "youth are the leaders of tomorrow," because, sometimes, youth are the leaders of today. From socially aware street wear to safe neon clothing and cuddly comfort donations, this SocialBusiness.org top list of social businesses for youth will give you something to think about whether you're a young person, have kids or simply care about what's going on in the world around you.
32 Social Businesses for Youth
From Hip-Hop Social Enterprises to Education-Giving T-Shirts:
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Empowerment Jewelry
SWAK X Educates and Employs Young Adults with HIV/AIDS
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Reforestation Fashion
Rain Tees Have Illustrations from Kids in Endangered Rainforests
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Hip-Hop Social Enterprises
The Global Block Foundation Promotes Personal Sustainability
29
Socially Aware Streetwear
Ed's Threds Supports the Nettlefold Foundation to Prevent Youth Suicide
28
One for One Blankets
The Company Store Gives Comforters to Homeless Children
27
Empowering Crochet
Fair Trade 'Pebble' Baby Line Employs Women in Bangladesh
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Youthful Entrepreneur Projects
'Social Enterprise Africa' Trains Ethical Changemakers
25
Buy Shoes, Give Back
When You Purchase 'TWINS for Peace' You Give a Pair to a Child in Need
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Education Springboards
Juma Ventures Helps Youth in California Enter College
23
Embedded Generosity Frocks
Whitten Grey Gives Away One Dress for Every Dress Bought
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1 for 1 Snacks
Each KUTOA Health Bar Also Buys a Nutrient Pack for a Child in Need
21
Baby Subscription Services
Good Karma Clothing for Kids Encourages Collaborative Consumption
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Hand-Washing for Haiti
When You Buy 'SoapBox Soaps' They Give Bars to Children in Need
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1 for 1 Toothbrushes
When You Buy From Smile Squared, They Give to a Child in Need
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One-for-One Prenatal Vitamins
Build Nutrition Tackles Malnutrition in the Majority World
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Fair-Trade Pet Playthings
Dog Head Chew Toy is Made of Wool by Crafters in Nepal
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Mission-Driven Kids' Foods
Nest Collective Makes Healthy Options More Accessible
15
Enterprising Confidence Workshops
UK-Based Street Style Surgery Runs Creative Programs for Youth
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At-Risk Teen Tees
Tees at Risk Sells Original Works from Troubled Teenagers
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Youth-Oriented Finances
MyBnk Teaches Money Management and Entrepreneurial Skills
12
One-for-One Multivitamins
Life Equals is Partnered with Vitamin Angels to Fight Undernutrition
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Street Youth Enterprises
SYJA Helps Vancouver's Young Homeless People Find Jobs
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Cuddly Comfort Donations
Happy Blankie is a One-for-One Business Giving Children Something Soft
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Benevolent Babe Threads
For Every Onesie Bought 'Baby Teresa' Gives One to a Child in Need
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Mind-Altering Social Enterprises
Positive Intentions Works for the People by Working with Them
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Empowering Childcare Networks
Cool2Care Matches Personal Assistants with Disabled Children
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Education-Giving T-Shirts
GeboMana Sends a Child to School for 2 Months for Every Shirt Sold
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Multivitamins for Purpose
A Bottle of Vitamma Gives 2 Years of Nutrition to 3 Kids
4
For-Profit Social Ventures
The TOMS Shoes Movement Creates Customer-Philanthropists
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Safe Neon Clothing
BrightKidz is a Social Enterprise That Sells High Visibility Designs
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Stigma-Stopping Initiatives
The SOS Gangs Project Guides Ex-Offenders Through Resettlement
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Change-Making Communities
Ashoka's Youth Venture Empowers Young People to Promote Positivity
Related Ideas
Children’s Footwear Apps
Hibbett Launches Hibbett Kids Platform to Power Back-to-School Shopping
Psychologist-Designed Educational Toys
ThinkPsych Spotlights Its Line of Therapeutic Games & Tools
Global Social Impact Initiatives
Reckitt Expands Its Catalyst Program in the US
Vibrant Mental Health Campaigns
CDC Has Launched the Playfully Illustrated Free Mind
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
New York Streetwear Collections
Gap and Awake NY Launch a 90s-Inspired NYC Culture Capsule
Anime Franchise-Inspired T-Shirts
Studio Ghibli Shines in the new GBL 2025 Spring/Summer Capsule
Beauty Brand Community Initiatives
Thrive Causemetics and Beauty 2 The Streetz Partnered in LA
Global Chinese Streetwear Platforms
Psylos1 Launched a Curated Retailer for Chinese Niche Labels
Creator Community-Focused Platforms
Gap Inc. Has Introduced a New Centralized Program
Blockchain Learning Tools
Web3 Quest Platforms Helps Founders Engage Users and Reward Learning
Sun-Soaked Youthful Fashion Campaign
PACSUN Shoots Its Spring 2026 Capsule in Sun-Soaked Locations
Social-First Local Shopping Schemes
Shop Local by Tiktok Shop Makes Homegrown Goods Accessible
Sustainable Performance Apparel
Craft Sportswear Launches Eco-Conscious Collective Line
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Creator-Focused Monetization Platforms
Headquarterz Bridges Social Media and OTT Distribution
Unhoused Individuals-Supporting Initiatives
Thrive Causemetics & Beauty 2 the Streetz Parttner
Musician Merch-Inspired T-Shirts
This Collaboration Gap Merch Highlights Iconic Artists
Marketer-Targeted Albums
The Spotify Tunetorials Campaign Blurs Education and Entertainment
Expansive Social Good-Focused Partnerships
Hyundai is Committed to Community Wellbeing
Youth-Safe Skincare Hubs
Cult Beauty's Gen A–Z Hub Educates and Empowers Gen Alpha and Gen Z
Cannabis-Infused Social Sodas
Daizy's Refreshing THC-Infused Beverages Support Socialization
Kindness-Focused Travel Campaigns
Global Child: Travel & Purpose Debuts a Qatar Episode
Mobile Beauty Retail Activations
Cardi B Debuts Beauty Truck for Her Haircare Brand
Message-Driven Streetwear
Don’t Stop Your Future by Idris Elba Centers on Protest-Themed Graphics
QR Code-Embedded Kid's T-Shirts
Malwee Debuts a Collection of Me Encontre T-Shirts for Kids
Myth-Busting Skincare Campaigns
indu is Helping Teen Boys Better Care for Their Skin
Sofa-Centered Marketing Activations
This Sofa Club Activation Encouraged Consumers to Take a Seat
Smart Youth Beds
The Neuro Wellness Youth Bed for Teens Has an AI Health Concierge
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Gen X-Targeted Fashion Labels
REGALO Studios Launches a Brand Embracing Lives Lived and Living
Experiential Gathering Billboards
Teremana's Share the Table, Share the Mana Unites Adults
E-Commerce Giving Integration
Shortage Enables Charitable Upsells Through Shopify Storefronts
Adaptive Community Hubs
Spaced Agency Designs a Space Supporting Small Businesses and Culture
Transformative Social Media Platforms
WeAre8 is Designed to Prioritize Users Over Algorithms
Empowering Fashion Campaigns
Coach's Spring 2025 Campaign Celebrates Personal Time Management
Creator Economy-Focused Marketplaces
Teespring Marketplace Relaunches Under Parent Company Amaze
Outdoors-Inspired Kids Apparel
Kyte Baby Unveils Its Yellowstone + Yosemite Collection
Customizable Kids Stationery
Taggeez Lets Kids Decorate Their School Essentials with Charms
Adult Social Clubs
Social Club 150 Offers In-Person Events to Connect Adults in Their 40s - 60s+
Model-Off-Duty Essentials
Joah Brown Introduces Ethical Streetwear with New Silhouettes
Impactful Gaming Experiences
Humanity Games Combines Retro Gameplay With Real-World Lessons
AI-Powered Hip-Hop Culture Websites
MTB Entertainment Recently Launched Hip Hop Corners
Youth Mental Health-Supporting Shirts
Giant Tiger and Kids Help Phone Launch a New Shirt
Illustrated Streetwear Capsules
Wasted Youth x TAPPEI Introduces New Artwork Across Apparel
All-Natural Youth Skincare
Just for Teens Makes Age-Safe Daily Skincare for a New Generation
Community-Centric E-Commerce Initiatives
MyCommunity.Today Delivers Accessible Digital Tools
Science-Backed Youth Sports Programs
Sportball Systems Inc. is Expanding to India
Social Responsibility-Aligned Corporate Marketing
GoodBrand Impact is a Newly Launched Agency
Advocacy Apparel Capsules
Freddie Shop Debuts a Capsule Collection Supporting PrEP Awareness
High-Concept Brand Campaigns
The ‘Legitimate You’ Campaign Proves Every Brand Can Look Pro
Parent-to-Parent Marketplaces
Blossoms Helps Families Exchange Gently Used Children's Clothing
Charitable Fashion Shows
Bloor-Yorkville BIA and Collaborators Ran Couture for a Cause:
Peer-Powered Gifting Initiatives
indu and SoPost Encourage Customers to Share Samples with Friends
Preppy Kids' Apparel
Sporty & Rich Kids Offers Elevated Comfort for the Next Generation
Youth-Led Holiday Campaigns
Where are You Going? Showcases a Global Portrait of Young Creators
Branded Creativity-Focused Workshops
The LEGO Group Unveils Its 2025 Creativity Workshop Series
All-In-One Retailer Community Apps
Pacsun Debuts the PS Community Hub App
Tech-Forward Teen Furniture
Rooms To Go Kids' Cloud9 Collection Features Smart, Modular Pieces
Awareness-Raising Shoe Store Concepts
Soles4Souls Canada Highlights What's Important This Season
African Creator Economy Platforms
The Sony Innovation Fund is Supporting the Work of Twiva
Cultural-Influence Fashion Capsules
Denim Tears Presents its 5th Quarter Collection
Purpose-Driven Leadership Schools
The African School of Governance is Accepting Its First Cohort
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Collaborative LNY Shirts
Billionaire Boys Club Partners with Potluck Club for an Exclusive Design
Corporate Fitness Sponsorships
Saputo and FitSpirit Renew a Partnership Supporting Active Teens
Youth Sport Initiatives
adidas Canada Partners with Tim Hortons for Timbits® Soccer
Small Business Support Initiatives
Mastercard Awards Ten Female Entrepreneurs with Grants
Colorful Youth Fashion Collections
Joe Fresh and Life at Home™ Have Partnered with Crayola
Youth-Focused Fashion Brands
Pink Palm Puff is Comfort-Driven and Style-Minded
School Breakfast Programs
The Breakfast Club of Canada Supports Students Nationwide
Social Change-Promoting Skateboarding Programs
DGK Highlights Its Saved by Skateboarding Program
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Community Engagement Platforms
Dmany Builds Loyal Communities to Fuel Growth and Success
Local Social Networks
NearYou Connects Neighbors And Strengthens Local Community Bonds
Branded Warm Clothing Donations
UNIQLO Stands Out with Its Heart of LifeWear Initiative
Gen Z Media Agencies
Mediahuis Launches the Gen Z-Focused Creative Agency 72andSunny
Seasonal Social Good Sandwiches
Urban Eat and Teenage Cancer Trust Partnered for the Holidays
Curated Eco-Conscious Gift Collections
Pine Heights Market Focuses on the Conscious Commerce Space
Social Networking Hubs
Internet Social Café Lets Users Explore Cafés and Build Online Connections
Business Idea Development
Think Tank Pro Helps Turn Ideas into Actionable Business Plans
Multi-Year Youth Sports Programs
DICK'S Sporting Goods is Supporting Youth Sports Organizations
Early Childhood Development Partnerships
Name Bubbles and Start Early Support Families
Online Exploitation Education Courses
Childhelp and Meta Launch a Free Educational Curriculum
Social Good Clothing Campaigns
ZigZag and The Salvation Army Partnered to Prevent Fashion Waste
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Groundbreaking Workplace Inclusion Frameworks
Tanzania Enhances Accessible Workplace Design
Social Media Creator Initiatives
Snapchat Launches its Gen Z-Focused Creator Connect Service
Skateboarding Heritage Collection
United Through Skateboarding Honors Atiba Jefferson’s Creativity
Lifestyle Kids Streetwear
Patta Aw25 Kids Collection Blends Bold Graphics with Practical Comfort
Charitable Influencer-Targeting Campaigns
Puresport Runs the 'Thrift It Back' Campaign
Kids Finance Apps
FoxFund Teaches Children Saving, Budgeting, And Smart Spending Skills
Kid-Designed Retail Bags
East of England Co-op sells bags supporting local communities
Philanthropic Diaper Partnerships
HealthyBaby Donated 750,000 Diapers to Families
International Guitar Mentorship Initiatives
Gibson Generation Group Supports Emerging Musicians
Startup Growth Strategies
Do Things That Don't Scale Offers Startup Tactics for Growth
Ball Game-Promoting Urban Initiatives
London Sport and Saatchi & Saatchi Run 'More Ball Games'
Canadian Entrepreneur-Focused Marketplaces
Futurpreneur Marketplace Emerges as a Timely Initiative
Skatewear-Inspired Kids Capsules
Zoo York and Zara Team Up for a New Kidswear Collection
Expressive App Icons
The Instagram Teen Icons Deliver Vibrant Customization for Younger Users
Media Literacy Programs
YouTube x Institute for Strategic Dialogue Launched 'Be Internet Citizens'
Startup Networking Platforms
Connect with Startups, Jobs, and Collaborators with Next Play
Creative Community Platforms
Folks Creates A Space For Product Makers To Share Ideas And Connect
Youth Football-Empowering Initiatives
Sidoo Family Giving Supports Battle at the Border Tournament
Refugee-Focused Youth Sport Initiatives
ANTA Group Continues ‘Moving for Change’ with UNHCR
Connection-Driven Apparel Lines
Cool To Connect Debuts Apparel Line That Spark Conversations
QSR-Backed Community Grants
Taco Bell Launches a New Scholarship Initative Amounting $28 Million
Hands-On STEAM Workshops
Genesis Inspiration Foundation and Genesis Gives Support Students
Real-World Business Ideas
People Problems Discovers Real Business Opportunities From Daily Needs
Young Leaders-Focused Initiatives
Universities Organize the Global Campus Gen-Z Leaders Exchange
Youth-Targeted Finance Campaigns
Little Learners, Big Earners Teaches Money Basics to Gen Alpha
Checkout-Based Micro-Donations
Adyen and adidas expand donation features at checkout
Rebranded Women-Focused Organizations
Dress for Success Worldwide Launches 'Success Starts Now'
Community-Based Selling Platforms
Build, Sell, and Thrive with Digital Creations with YouTribe
Inclusion-Focused Design Partnerships
Barbie's New Initative Spotlights Black Designers for BHM
Philanthropic Healthcare Initiatives
Toyota Motor North America Boasts the Way Forward Fund
Soccer Equipment Donation Programs
Subaru of America is Running the Gear for Good Program
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Bitcoin Management Platforms
Theya for Business Enables Secure, Custodial-Free Bitcoin Operations
Charitble Children-Supporting Initiatives
Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation Donates $1.6 Million
Trauma-Informed Healing Home Fundraisers
MoreYoga Joins Forces with Furnishing Futures
Youth Homelessness-Centered Data Tools
SchoolHouse Connection Partners with the Poverty Solutions
Youth Climate Leadership Projects
Uzbekistan Collaborates on a Climate Education Program
Startup Name Generators
Bake Your Brand Uses AI to Create Unique Startup Names and Taglines
Social Video Sponsorship Platforms
Find, Vet, and Book YouTube Sponsorships with Thoughtleaders.io
Digital Fundraising Competitions
Headquarterz Launched the Community Cup
Community Engagement Platforms
Tchop Enables Businesses To Build And Own Online Communities
Deaf Youth-Supporting Partnerships
Vantage Foundation Partners with Hands of Hope Laos
Breakthrough Development Hubs
Build Y Provides Tools and Insights to Drive Remarkable Creations
Esports Harm Prevention Programs
Ygam Launched a Mental Health Programme for Gaming Communities
Kids Art Marketplaces
Kid Art Show is A Safe Platform for Kids to Sell Their Art and Creativity
Empowering Entrepeneur Clubs
Saltbox Introduces 'Upstream' for Loyal Members Looking for Community
Children’s Story Platforms
TheKidsStory.com Offers Engaging Stories & Educational Content For Kids
Children-Focused Literacy Campaigns
Scholastic Focuses on Expanding Access to Books
Regional Wheelchair-Providing Organizations
Agape Mobility Ethiopia Addresses a Critical Need
Child-Specific Peer Donation Networks
Let’s Match Mums Connects Mothers With Preloved Kids’ Goods
Community-Focused Support Programs
Jessica Lee Has Established the 'Pursue the Dream' Program
Influencer Collaboration Networks
Megaboarding Connects Brands And Influencers For Collaborations
Local Business Finders
BuyLokals Helps Users Discover and Support Community Businesses