From for-purpose creative services to change-making incubators for young people, these talent-oriented social enterprises emphasize the people they have working with and for them as a way to attract people to the organization or brand itself.
You often can't go a week or two without seeing a business blog, and that includes social enterprise blogs, with the topic of "how to find talent" or perhaps even "where is all the talent?" Sometimes, the content is shifted more toward the culture and business itself in that the blog asks how to attract talent to the organization itself. Does the corporate culture attract young people? Is the image fun and opportunity-oriented?
Talent-oriented social enterprises have a wide-ranged definition of what talent is exactly, and some connect it with typical career choices (typical when talking about talent, that is) such as acting and performance.
42 Talent-Oriented Social Enterprises
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Hip Guilt-Free Tees
No Nasties Makes Fairly Traded Organic Cotton Shirts in India
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Ethical Hand-Crafted Scarves
The Spring 2013 Collection by 'A Peace Treaty' is Vibrant and Bold
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Unstandardized Ethical Accessories
Not Mass Produced Promotes Beyond the Department Stores
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Abuse-Free Indian Carpets
Jaipur Rugs Creates Tantalizing Products for You to Happily Walk On
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Hip-Hop Social Enterprises
The Global Block Foundation Promotes Personal Sustainability
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Fair-Trade Eco Fashions
Awamaki Lab Brings Tradition and Fashion Innovation Together
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Discarded Designer Duds
Rags2Riches is a Social Business That Creates Handbags Out of Scraps
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Cozy Eco-Chic Knits
The Tara St. James StudyNY Fall/Winter 2011 Collection Makes Bold Statements
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Psychedelic Handmade Belts
The Andean Collection is a Vivid and Ethical Line of Fashion
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Anti-Poverty Jewelry
'Me to We Artisans' Empowers Women & Promotes Tribal Style
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Old-World Textile Footwear
'Love is Mighty' is Fashion That Supports Rural Artisans in India
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Cow-Print Cushions
Deep Dark Africa Creates Simple Fair Trade Home Design
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School-Supportive Jewelry
SOMO Reinvests Profits Toward Education Fees in Uganda
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Social Good-Fueling Photography
Nuru Project Sells Photojournalistic Prints to Support Non-Profits
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Micro-Volunteering Platforms
Raise5 Enables the Charitable Giving of Your Time and Talents
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Impact Measurement for Creatives
Design:Effect Offers Social Good Metrics for Crafty Entrepreneurs
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Social Good Performance Venues
Creative Common is a Place Where Community Comes Together
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Philanthropic Artistic Shoes
The TOMS Haiti Project Commissioned Artists to Make Limited Edition S
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Fresh Perspective Posts
The Social Business Visit to the FoodCycle Cambridge Hub
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Creative Business Incubators
Cockpit Arts is a Social Enterprise for 'Designer-Makers'
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Aid-Providing Designer Handbags
'Amykathryn' Supports At-Risk Women Throughout the World
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Vibrant Fair Trade Products
Global Mamas Helps Ghana-Based Artisan Reach New Markets
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Fairtrade Chic Drinks
Lemonaid Beverages and ChariTea Look Cool, Pay Farmers Fairly
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Fashion-Fueled Community Initiatives
Royal Dynamite T-Shirts Generate Buzz About Education Issues
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Digital Literacy Agencies
New Found Network Employs Youth to Create Nonprofit Campaigns
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Empowering Recycled Bowls
This Crockery from Bundu Designs is African-Inspired
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Ethical Artisan-Focused Fashion
‘A Peace Treaty’ Employs At-Risk Designers
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Change-Making Business Incubators
Enspiral is a Creative Launch Pad for Social Start-ups
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Professional Good Doers
Catchafire is a B Corp That Lets Professionals Volunteer Their Skills
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For-Purpose Creative Services
'Brands for the People' Offers Design Work For Those Doing Good
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Non-Profit Acceleration Headquarters
Space with a Soul is Boston's Social Innovation Station
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Innovative Micro-Crowdfunding Sites
The Tipping Bucket is a Web Platform for Social Change
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Resumes for Water
'Thirsty Talent' Offers Professional Writing that Funds Clean Water in Africa
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At-Risk Teen Tees
Tees at Risk Sells Original Works from Troubled Teenagers
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Altruism-Enabling Platforms
Eclectic Productions is a UK Social Enterprise With Inspiring Projects
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Talent-Focused Education
The Amani Institute is a 2013 Echoing Green Fellowship Finalist
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Social Impact Consulting
Dalberg Aims to Raise the Standard of Living Through Strategic Advising
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Social Innovation Networking
The Skoll Foundation Fosters Entrepreneurs Worldwide
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Crowdsourced Peace-Promoting Anthems
Peace Mix UK is Creating a Unique Musical Opportunity
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Crowdfunded Social Enterprises
OC Theory Makes a Difference by Funding Small Businesses
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Social Innovation Incubators
Affinity Lab is a Shared Working Space and Platform in DC
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Not-for-Profit Development Programs
ACT Training Services is a Social Enterprise for Professionals
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'Fashioning Change' Supports Ethical Substitutes to Popular Name Brands
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Recycling-Themed Fashion
The Interview Russia June-July 2012 Editorial Shows Sustainable Clothes
Ancestor-Inspired Accessories
Wakami Helps Disconnected Communities Find Urban Markets
68 'Buy One, Give One' Innovations
From Charitable Conscience Campaigns to Bearded Botas Kicks
DIY Marble Scarves
This How-To Marble Scarf Tutorial is Fun and Colorful
Customized Disney Princess Kicks
Etsy User 'Creativity in the Making' Hand Paints TOMS Shoes
Ethical Engagement Rings
Ingle & Rhode Uses Conflict-Free Diamonds and Fair Trade Gold
Comfy Customizable Kicks
KellismCo Custom TOMS Give the Slip Ons Individual Paintjobs
Superhero Film Shoes
The Dark Knight Rises Toms Shoes Commemorate the Final Batman Installment
Hip Guilt-Free Tees
No Nasties Makes Fairly Traded Organic Cotton Shirts in India
Psychedelic Silk Scarves
These Creations from Eager & Vane are Full of Mind-Blowing Illusions
Vivien Johnston, Founder and Managing Director of Fifi Bijoux (INTERVIEW)
Luxury Ethical Jewelry
Principled Children's Fashion
Tiny Revolutionary Creates Kids Tees with Positive Messages
Patterned Pocket Tees
Serengetee Makes Worldly T-Shirts That Support International Causes
Seasonal Eco Eateries
A Better World Cafe Serves up Accessible Sustainable Food
Unstandardized Ethical Accessories
Not Mass Produced Promotes Beyond the Department Stores
Hidden Wedge Sneakers
The Nike Sky Hi Wedge Shoes Give You an Extra Boost
Community Hot Desks
Hub Vilnius Lets Social Innovators Come Together in Lithuania
Equality-Encouraging Tees
Who You Love is a Responsible Brand Supporting LGBT Charities
Fashion-Savvy Sustainable Sandals
GreenSoul Shoes Works to Support Ethical Business Practices
Ethical and Empowering Accessories
Tukula Provides Opportunity and Hope for Artisans in Uganda
Snazzy Social Good Socks
Toesox Keeps the Needy Warm with Socially Responsible Footwear
Sam Bruce, Co-founder of Much Better Adventures (INTERVIEW)
Planet-Friendly Travel Company
Entrepreneurship-Enabling Crafts
Buying a Prosperity Candle Helps Women Refugees Open a Business
Music-Sharing Charities
OrigAudio Lets Everyone Enjoy Essential Tunes Sustainably
Bike-Promoting Community Companies
'Get Cycling' is a Social Enterprise Promoting a Healthy Life
Graphic Eco-Friendly Skateboards
Bamboo SK8 Manufactures Decks and Longboards from Bamboo
Health-Promoting Camping Gear
Kammok Sells Hammocks to Provide Mosquito Nets in Africa
DIY Stuffed Scarf Necklaces
This Simple Activity Uses Styrofoam to Make a Bold Neck Accessory
Adriana Herrera, Founder and CEO of Fashioning Change (INTERVIEW)
People- and Profit-Driven Brands
Customizable Charity-Driven Accessories
C4 Belts are Socially Conscious and Eco-Friendly
Philanthropic Print Platforms
Help Ink Connects Socially Concerned Consumers with Feel-Good Art
Vegan Unisex Footwear
The Good Guys ‘Don't Wear Leather' Line is Conscientious
Alternative Transportation Accessories
Beatrice Holiday Offers Cute and Eco-Friendly Bike Couture
Fair Trade Artwork
Ethical Art Supports Maasai Children in Need Through Education
Philanthropic Online Platforms
UNITE is Working to Enable Impactful Connections Throughout Africa
Election-Savvy Slip-Ons
Show Your Political Pride with These Simple Sneakers
Self-Sustaining Social Enterprises
Kinyei Fosters Independent Entrepreneurship in Cambodia
Empowering Organic T-Shirts
Light of Mine Tees Works to Promotes Sustainable Development
Education-Funding Agriculture
Planting Promise is a Business-Oriented Charity in Sierra Leone
Online Urban Activism Platforms
Brickstarter is a Web Service Connecting Activists and Bureaucracy
Costly College Charts
The High Price of Higher Education Infographic Reveals School Tuitions
Gender-Based Violence Support
SHE WILL is a Project of the Acclaimed Global Enrichment Foundation
Affordable Working Hubs
10 Carden is for Social Innovators Making an Impact
Charitable E-Bakeries
Baking for Good is an Online Treat Service That Delivers Change
Micro-Volunteering Platforms
Raise5 Enables the Charitable Giving of Your Time and Talents
Social Business Logistics
London-Based 'Connection Crew' Hires Ex-Homeless People
Recycled Firearm Jewelry
Fonderie 47 Destroys Rifles to Create Stunning Accessories
Subsidized Community Restaurants
Ellice Cafe & Theatre is a Hub of Activities and Delicacies
Craft Connecting Platforms
'Industree Crafts Foundation' Networks Artists with Retailers Over Indi
Healthy Economy Books
'Creating Good Work' by Ron Schultz Expands the Conversation
Intricately Carved Scarves
The Block Shop Textile Products Are Made with Wooden Pieces
Personal Development Diners
Ground Level Cafe Offers Training to At-Risk Youth in Toronto
Anti-Mafia Co-Operative Products
The Ethicando Store in Paris Stocks Fairtrade Food and Designs
Vegan Fair Trade Ventures
Autonomie Project is Fashion That Doesn't Hurt the Wallet or the Planet
Iman Fadaei, Founder of Ethical Art (INTERVIEW)
Fair Trade Artwork Supporting Education
Member-Driven Advocacy Organizations
The Community Alliance for the Ethical Treatment of Youth
Artisan-Made Canvas Totes
Mend Empowers Women Affected by Conflict in Uganda
Ann Skydell Harmon, Founder of Ann-Made, LLC (INTERVIEW)
Upcycled Social Cause Jewelry
Adorable Charitable High Heels
The TOMS Sophie Wedge Offers Perfect Summer Style
Connection-Building Beans
DOMA Coffee Roasters Create Relationships That Last
Holistic Food Experiences
Aya Community Markets is an Organic Nourishment in Dc
One-For-One Meals
For Every Healthy Lunch Purchased, Table for Two Provides a Meal to an African C
Treasure-Hunting Scarves
'Kind of Moving' Features Hidden Treasures on its Printed Scarves
Teen-Oriented Crisis Text Lines
Do Something is a Social Impact Organization Collaborating Online
Health-Focused Hygiene Cosmetics
MeSoap Provides Supplies and Funds Sanitation Initiatives
Charity-Funding Carnivals
Community Interest Company Circus Starr Uses Its Donated Ticket Schemes
Socially Responsible Marketing Solutions
Eighty2degrees is Sustainability-Driven Graphic Design
Amanda Judge, Founder of The Andean Collection (INTERVIEW)
Colorful Beads That Empower Women
Peace-Filled Community Spaces
Busboys and Poets is Part Performance Venue and Part Restaurant
Carbon Offsetting Cookstoves
The Paradigm Project Offers A Safe Alternative to Open Fire
X-men Inspired Running Shoes
The 'Wolverine Pump Fury HLS' are Perfect Back to School Footwear
Multicolored String Scarves
The Bora Scarf Adds Texture and Versatility to Your Accessories
Amanda Fisher, Designer at Bachhara (INTERVIEW)
Beautiful, Ethical Fashion from Indian Slums
Crime-Preventing Bistro Programs
San Francisco's Old Skool Cafe Employs At-Risk Youth
Community Funding Platforms
Smallknot Helps You Invest in Small Businesses in Your Neighborhood
Benevolent Business Training
On Purpose is a Program for Tomorrow's Social Enterprise Leaders
Sexuality-Celebrating Social Enterprises
'Coffee, Cake & Kink' Fosters Community and Conversation
Slavery-Targeting Enterprise Accelerators
Not For Sale Endeavors to Fight Human Trafficking
Founders of All of Us Revolution (INTERVIEW)
Shannon Whitehead and Kristin Glenn
Project-Building Charity Teams
Engineers Without Borders Canada Integrates into Africa for Change
Women-Focused Health Technologies
Zubaida Bai's AYZH is an India-Based Social Venture
Regal Anti-Drug Movements
Doi Tung Development Project Aims to Eradicate Opium and Trafficking
Altruism-Enabling Platforms
Eclectic Productions is a UK Social Enterprise With Inspiring Projects
Altruistic Business Accelerators
Seed Spot is a New Arizona-Based Social Incubator
Anti-Extortion Retailers
Addioizzo Helps Italian Vendors Retaliate Against Mafia Racketeering
Artisan-Empowering Training Centers
Afghan Action Teaches Young Men and Women Weaving and Sewing
Socially Responsible Smartphone Donations
The 'Oven Bits Instead' App Promotes Giving to Charity
Changemaking Business Accelerators
Atlanta's Points of Light Civic Incubator Supports Social Good
Sports Uniting Enterprises
StreetFootballWorld Connects Social Businesses Worldwide Via Soccer
Beneficial Business Accelerators
The Impact Engine Supports Social Enterprise in Chicago
Green Java Distributors
Sustainable Harvest Coffee Importers Helps Farmers Succeed
Collaborative Development Programs
Enterprising Non-Profits Enables Growth for Social Businesses
University Degree Infographics
The ‘Higher Education, Ethnicity, Race’ Graphic Examine
Conscious Business Services
Shop for Change Empowers Farmers Through Fair Trade Certification
Dan Gigante, Founder and President of You and Who (INTERVIEW)
Conscious Wearable Art
Community Health Commitments
Alliance of Chicago Has Been Serving Low-Income Communities Since '97
Nature Vacations With Purpose
The Cascadia Experience Plans Educational Camping for Families
Communication-Aiding Equipment
Action Deafness Tech Provides Tools That Better Lives Across the UK
Ethical Sourcing Enablers
The Collaborative Group is a New Social Enterprise Out of Chicago
Samuel Miller of Bombastic Plastix (INTERVIEW)
Upcycled Goods Made from Balian Plastic Bags
Artist-Inspired Feline Scarves
These Picasso Cat Scarves Charmingly Pays Homage to Picasso
Star-Spangled Scarves
The Uniform Experiment 2013 S/S Stole Collection is Starry Eyed
Social Communication Cooperatives
The Phone Co-op Upholds Strict Self-Imposed Ethical Guidelines
Sam Rye, Community Connector at Bucky Box (INTERVIEW)
Social Enterprise Supporting Organic Food
Altruistic Platform Networks
The BC Social Enterprise Fund Provides Grants to Not-For-Profits
Altruistic Innovation Incubators
Unltd India is a Launch Pad for Budding Social Entrepreneurs
Opportunity-Spurring Delivery Services
TurnAround Couriers Hires At-Risk Youth in Toronto
Diversity-Dedicated Tech Incubators
The Driven Accelerator Group Supports Minority Entrepreneurs
Worksite Information Forums
LaborVoices, Inc. Attempts to Foster Accountability and Transparency
DIY Light-Up Scarves
Becky Stern's Chameleon LED Scarves Adapt to Any Color They Scan
Altruistic Apprenticeships
Capital Conflict Management is an Anti-Violence Initiative in the UK