There are a breadth of organizations supporting young social entrepreneurs and their business endeavors. If you’re looking for inspiration to start your own enterprise or business, look no further.
The youngest social entrepreneur featured on this SocialBusiness.org top list is David of Everything Happy who came up with the idea for his business model at the age of seven—watch out, now!
At SocialBusiness.org, we’re committed to highlighting the people creating positive social change in communities worldwide. In late February, we compiled a list of female social entrepreneurs, which proved to be one of our most popular posts last month.
In a similar vein, young social entrepreneurs shed light on a generation committed to using entrepreneurship as a means to put purpose into socially driven projects.
40 Young Social Entrepreneurs
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Aimi Duong, Founder of Oimei Co. (INTERVIEW)
38
Matt Johnson, Founder of Project: Living Well (INTERVIEW)
37
Brooks Dame, Founder of Proof Eyewear (INTERVIEW)
Sustainable Wood Sunglasses with a Cause
36
Naomi Hirabayashi, Director of Marketing at Do Something (INTERVIEW)
Youth-Focused Cause Community
35
Nikhil Arora, Co-Founder of Back to the Roots (INTERVIEW)
DIY Grow Your Own Organic Mushroom Kits
34
Lily Lapenna, Founder and CEO of MyBnk (INTERVIEW)
Financial Education Social Enterprise for Youth
33
Vanessa Lee and Ian Lopatin, Founders of Spiritual Gangster (INTERVIEW)
Yoga Fashion With Heart
32
Nick Foley, Founder of Celebrate the Hero (INTERVIEW)
Anti-Bullying Initiative
31
Bridget Hilton and Ben Richardson, Co-Founders of Jack's Soap (INTERVIEW)
1 for 1 Soap
30
Matt Keller, Founder of 1for1 Water (INTERVIEW)
For Each Bottle Sold They Give Clean H2O to Haiti
29
Consuelo McAlister & Anne Pringle, Founders of Local Buttons (INTERVIEW)
Fashion Social Enterprise
28
Assaf Weisz, Founder of Venture Deli (INTERVIEW)
Assaf Weisz
27
Stephanie Koczela, Co-Founder of Penda Health (INTERVIEW)
26
Rachel Cope, Co-Founder of Lazy Angel (INTERVIEW)
Browser Ad-On that Fights Malnutrition
25
Alaina Paradise, Owner of One World Flowers (INTERVIEW)
100% Fair Trade Certified
24
Sarah Gross, Founder of Rescue Chocolate (INTERVIEW)
100% of Profits go to Animal Shelters
23
Nathan Rothstein, Marketing and Sales at Project Repat
Artisan-Empowering Enterprise
22
Emily Holdridge, Co-Founder of Everything Happy (INTERVIEW)
Kid's One-for-One Blanket Business
21
Sissy Rooney, Founder of Street Style Surgery (INTERVIEW)
UK-Based Creative Workshops for Youth
20
Will Baxter, Co-Founder of I AM. (INTERVIEW)
19
Dave Goodman, Founder of Collaborative World Brand (INTERVIEW)
Co-Profit Fashion Business
18
Adrien Edwards, Founder of The Naked Hippie (INTERVIEW)
Microloans Through T-Shirts
17
Liz Forkin Bohannon, Founder of Sseko Designs (INTERVIEW)
Sandals for Tuition in Uganda
16
Alex Mark, Founder of One Hundred Apparel (INTERVIEW)
100% of Profits go to charity:water
15
Jill Doucette, Founder of Synergy Enterprises (INTERVIEW)
Eco Business Consultant
14
Katie Jeanes, Founder of A Little More Good (INTERVIEW)
Helping People in Vancouver Give Back
13
Kevin Moshayed, Founder of Ark Collective (INTERVIEW)
Buy 1 Backpack, Give Another
12
Tyler Gage, President and Co-Founder of Runa (INTERVIEW)
Fair Trade Ecuadorian-Sourced Guayusa Tea
11
Julie Leach, Member Coordinator of SolarShare (INTERVIEW)
Community Solar Bonds in Canada
10
Felix Cheung, Founder of DopeHut (INTERVIEW)
Online Store for Socially Aware Streetwear
9
Naganand Murty, Co-Founder of Embrace (INTERVIEW)
Incubator Blanket to Save Millions of Babies
8
Chris Smith, Founder of Swarm Communications (INTERVIEW)
PR Consultant for Social Businesses
7
Daniel Blake, Co-Founder and CEO of EcoScraps (INTERVIEW)
Turning Old Food into Organic Fertilizer
6
Karyn Puller, Founder of Delicate Fortress Creations (INTERVIEW)
Fighting Human Trafficking
5
Dustin McBride, President and Co-Founder of Zambikes (INTERVIEW)
4
Chris Markl, American Operations Director of Kourage Athletics (INTERVIEW)
3
Chad Hamre, CEO of Ethical Ocean (INTERVIEW)
2
Thurlow Hanson-Moore, Founder of the TOUCH Initiative (INTERVIEW)
Socially Innovative Rugby Balls
1
James Murphy, Founder of KereKere (INTERVIEW)
An Aussie Social Enterprise Cafe With Heart
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Algorithm-Free Social Media Apps
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Gen X Influencer Campaigns
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Empowering AI Image Generators
Missjourney Generates Images of Female CEOs, Leaders & Innovators
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Local Community-Supporting Partnerships
The NFL and the Shoe Surgeon Launch Youth Activations
Female Empowerment Outerwear Ads
Canada Goose Honors Female Empowerment with New FW23 Campaign
Free Content Creation Platforms
'Piggy' Raised $7.7 Million to Launch its Platform on ProductHunt
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Kids' Money Management Books
'The Adventures of Ca$hman & Supersaver' Promotes Financial Awareness
Gen Z Sustainability Campaigns
PUMA Recruits Gen Z Leaders to Showcase How They Live Sustainably
Talent-Focused Creative Capsules
Swarovski Debuts a Collaboration with Dover Street Market Paris
Beauty Brand Accelerator Programs
Walmart Start™ Returns to Discover Next Gen Beauty Brands
Experiential Social Clubs
Marshalls' Good Stuff Social Club Empowers & Connects Women
Digital Wellness Inniaitives
Pinterest Focuses on the Digital Well-being of Gen Z
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
Micro-Influencer Marketing Services
SCREENSHOT Micro Boost Refines the Brand-Creator Experience
STEM Holiday Shops
CircuitMess' Holiday Gift Shop Has Presents That Teach Coding & Creative Design
Charitable Loungewear Sets
Boys Lie Sought to Empower the LGBTQ+ Community During Pride Month
Social Professional Productivity Apps
The 'LikeMind' App Connects Users to Other Hustlers
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
Black Female-Identifying Entrepreneurs Grants
The Startup Collective by Aveeno is Now Live
Small Business Grants Program
eBay Kicks Off Its Fifth Annual Up & Running Grants Program
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Empowering Fashion Films
Victoria's Secret World Tour Reimagines the Iconic Show as a Feature Film
Experiential Shopping Platforms
sune Shares a Fun and Engaging Way for Gen Z to Shop
Hyper-Personalized Wellness Apps
28 Seeks to Empower Women on Their Wellness Journey
Organically Shaped Classroom Designs
Localworks Builds the Mustardseed Junior School in Uganda
Digital Fashion Designer Incubators
The SYKY Collective Represents the Future of Luxury Fashion
Mindfulness-Encouraging Challenges
Better Than Yesterday is Inspired by the "New Mindset" Movement
AI-Powered Content Creation Tools
Notega is a Solution for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
SaaS Startup Newsletters
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Motivational Breakfast Ccampaigns
Quaker Canada Introduces '100 Reasons to Rise'
Young Professional Community Apps
Yuppie Helps Gen Z and Millennials Connect with One Another
Gen Z-Targeting TikTok Tools
American Express & TikTok Launch the '#ShopSmall Accelerator' Program
Youth-Focused Social Campaigns
Claire’s Introduces a New Gen Z-Alpha Platform Called 'The Collab'
Pioneering Secondhand Search Engines
Beni Dominates Resale Marketplace with Innovative App
Gen Z Sustainability Initiatives
Puma's Voices of a RE:GENERATION is a Project with Changemakers
Social Content Creator Platforms
The 'Marble' Social Media Manager Platform Offers Insights
Gen Z Budgeting Platforms
Buddy and Klarna Teamed Up to Support Gen Z Financial Health
AI Startup Pitch Assistants
PitchBob.io Helps Entrepreneurs Refine and Hone Their Pitches
Engaging Youth-Focused Platforms
V&A Introduces the Mused Website for Gen Z Digital Natives
Visionary Youth Platforms
The Collab by Claire's Celebrates and Activates Gen Zalpha Creators
AI-Powered Business Discoveries
Yelp Unveils a New AI Assistant and 'Project Ideas' Feature
Senior Reskilling Initiatives
Google Partnered with AARP to Train Those Aged 50+ on Tech Jobs
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Startup Applicant Tracking Platforms
The 'Briteloop' Platform is Built for Small Businesses
Miniature Collectible Campaigns
The World’s Smallest Lines are the Focus of Influencer Marketing
Eight-Month Design Residency Programs
Colony Seeks to Nurture Emerging Design Talent
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Digital Literacy Programs
Two Parkland Students Launch CLEO to Empower Seniors with Technology
Gen Z-Supporting Benefit Policies
Chipotle Launches a New Benefits Program for its Gen Z Employees
Child Creator Casting Calls
Kid-Focused Social Network Zigazoo Hosts Casting Call for New Creators
AI-Powered Socialization Apps
The 'BU' App Takes an AI-Driven Approach to Event Planning
Chance to win £10,000
Meet the Cornish upcycler inspiring people
Daily Motivational Quotes
QuoteBuzz Uplifts with Positive Reinforcement Aligned to Their Goals
Accessible Mixed-Reality Media
Chapter 2 Welcomes New Society to Revolutionize the Media Frontier
Women-Supporting Clothing Brands
'Sozy' Aims to Support Women and Victims of Violence
Small Business Investment Initiatives
'aeXea Capital' is Investing in Baby Boomer-Founded Brands
Content Creator News Sources
Creative Brew Offers Daily Insight and News for Content Creators
Virtual Game Tourism Campaigns
Cape Town Launches a Virtual Game for a New Tourism Campaign
Youth-Catered Transportation Apps
Uber Introduces Teen Accounts in the Latest Update
Sustainable Future Contests
The Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest Empowers Young Minds
Idea-Testing Startup Tools
Startup Idea Tester Streamlines the Early Stages of a Business
B2B eCommerce Retailer Platforms
Walmart Business Streamlines Access to Essentials
Youth Art Campaigns
Sun Bum Taps Into the Gen Alpha Market with an Innovative Art Contest
Peer-to-Peer Conversation Campaigns
JOYBA's Real Tea, Real Talk Supports Mental Health in Youth
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
Youthful-Inspired Office Designs
OSO Architecture Creates the New Office for Esalco Logistics
Inspiring Creator-Focused Decks
TikTok Launches a New Creative Content Inspiration Deck
Youth Intern Social Stunts
Louis Vuitton Hires a 13 Year Old Intern After Sketches Went Viral
Tech-Focused Restaurant Councils
Lunchbox's Food Tech Council Consists of 15 Professionals
Supportive Female Entrepreneur Scholarships
Swerve Boasts the Swerve(HER) Elevation Scholarship
AI-Powered Freelance Services
Fiverr Helps People Co-Create with Artificial Intelligence
Gen Z-Targeted Credit-Building Tools
Austin Capital Bank Launches the Freekck Credit Builder
Marketing Mentorship Platforms
Sprout Social Launches as a New Business Mentorship Network
Entrepreneur Brand-Building Tools
IndieLogs Helps Founders Stand Out Through Personalized Profiles
Entrepreneurial Mentorship platforms
GrowthMentor Connects Individuals for 1:1 Support
Inspirational Learning Management Tools
'Get Inspired' Offers Digestible Snippets of Content
Content Creator Streaming Platforms
The 'Quench' Platform Offers Access to Exclusive Content
Daily Affirmation-Focused Cards
Joyful Hearts Co. Delivers Self-Confidence with Affirmation Cards
SaaS Influencer Marketing Tools
Beeing Social Launches 'Buzz Bee Buzz' for Influencer Marketing
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Creator Content Hubs
TikTok Launches a New World Hub to Help Brands Connect with Audiences
Influencer Marketing Agencies
NYMA Embraces Influencer Marketing as a Part of its Core Offerings
AI-Powered Creative Services
WePost Saga Helps Businesses Enhance Their Online Social Presence
Child President Campaigns
The Tech Interactive Launches "President for a Day" Contest with Zigazoo
Health-Focused Staff Programs
SOCIETY Debuts the 'SOCIETY Residents' Employee Welfare Initiative
Social Good Ski Initiatives
Christy Sports Launched the Nordica Unleashed Outreach
Supportive Entrepreneurial Communities
The Zenpreneur Community Provides Resources and Support
Teen Hygiene Collections
Essynce Moore Launches the New Plant-Based Self-Care Products for Teens
AI Boomer Mentor Programs
Eldera is Connecting Baby Boomers with Kids Who Need Mentors
Short-Form Fashion Competitions
#TikTokFashion Challenges Users to Create and Share Their Design
Professional Community Platforms
LinkedIn is Targeting Gen Z Professionals with its New Campaign
Lifestyle-Conscious Cannabis Products
Trailblazer Cannabis Products Have Been Relaunched
Thought Leadership Assistants
Jessica By Queue Uses AI to Streamline Content Creation
Hispanic-Focused Business Opportunities
PepsiCo Unveils the Newest Greenhouse Accelerator Program
Story-Focused Empowerment Campaigns
Shyaway Debuts the '#jutstgoforit' Women Empowerment Campaign
Post-Launch Entrepreneurial Newsletters
One Year Wiser Interviews People One Year After Launch
Network-Connecting AI Solutions
Village AI Connect with Your Network to Close Deals
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Entrepreneur Support Communities
Hustle Cafe is an Online Space for Founders to Connect and Grow
Ageism-Focused Work Pledges
The Centre for Ageing Better Debuts an Age-Friendly Employer Pledge
Generational Advisory Programs
Sun Life's New Program Builds a Multi-Generational Advisory Force
Female-Centered Restaurant Concepts
Trust Bae Showcases the Culinary Perspectives of Female Chefs
Social Engagement Platforms
Perspik Provides an Online Space for Thoughtful Engagement
Student Workplace Programs
BioTalent Canada Launched the SWPP Initiative to Help Students Work
Empowering Watermark Campaigns
The UNFPA's 'bodyright' Campaign Brings Awareness to Online Rights
Inclusive Try-On Programs
Perfect Corp. Connects Beauty Brands with Digital Beauty Innovation
Influencer-Focused Ad Platforms
Pearpop Helps Brands Find Creators to Sponsor in an Easier Way
Enriching Senior Initiatives
Ogilvy Shanghai Debuts a Seniors Initiative Called 'Morning Shanghai'
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Year-Long Professional Content Calendars
Content Squeezy Provides Social media Ideas
Privacy-Enhancing Social Features
Pinterest Launches the New Safety Features for Young Users
Inclusive Job Networks
Inployable is an Employment Community for People with Down Syndrome
Children-Supporting Trust Initiatives
The Children who Trust Again Campaign Supports Abuse Victims
Professional Networking Platforms
Peerlist Helps Individuals and Businesses Create Profiles
Connective Daily Email Groups
Glory Morning Connects Like-Minded People Via Email
Social Good Yogurt Lines
Yogurtland Debuts a Branded Apparel and Accessories Collection
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
Empowerment-Focused Holiday Campaigns
OLIVELA Launches the 'Stand With Her' Campaign for Women
Gen Z-Backed Eco Initiatives
The EPA Debuts a Youth Advisory Council to Address Climate Challenges
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Community-Building Wine Platforms
Curious Vines Debuts a Support Platform for Uniting Wine-Makers
Business Slogan Generators
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Efficient Personalized Idea Newsletters
Sofon Curates Personalized Insights From Numerous Sources
Diverse Leadership Inanities
Civic Nation Launched a New Initiative Dubbed the Change Collective
India-Based Senior Campaigns
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Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Parent-Focused TV Campaigns
NatureFresh's TV Campaign Explores How Active Parenting Benefits Kids
Presidential Note Campaigns
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Philanthropic Investment Banks
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Streamlined Start-Up Job Searching
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Personalized Content Discovery Tools
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