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Welcome to the 54 social enterprises, cooperatives, responsible businesses, civic organizations, and networks that became Good Market approved in January 2025! This month’s roundup includes new community members from Brazil, Mexico, the United States, Canada, England, Scotland, Italy, Türkiye, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Japan, and Australia. More than 4,042 enterprises across 113 countries are now part of the Good Market commons. 
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Água Camelo promotes universal access to clean drinking water for underserved populations in Brazil. They develop and install high-efficiency water filtration systems for vulnerable communities in semi-arid regions, the Amazon, and urban favelas. Their services are funded by companies, foundations, and governments that want to support impact projects that achieve environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals, improve living conditions, reduce water-related diseases, and create livelihood opportunities. Água Camelo hires local people on all projects, trains community members to maintain equipment, hosts workshops on water, sanitation, and hygiene, and provides access to water and sanitation services in emergency and humanitarian crises. They reinvest a portion of profits in research and development of new water filtration and supply technologies. Água Camelo is a member of UN Global Compact Movimento +Água, Conexão Povos da Floresta, and Catalyst2030.
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Cheekbone Beauty produces color cosmetics with a focus on sustainability and honoring Indigenous traditions and creates a space in the beauty industry where everyone, including Indigenous people, feels represented and seen. They offer cruelty-free vegan lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner, mascara, concealer, primer, blush, contouring kits, and other makeup products made with sustainably sourced fair trade ingredients that meet clean beauty standards. Product packaging is refillable, reusable, or made from plantable seed paper. Cheekbone supports Shannen’s Dream and the First Nations Child & Family Caring Society, the Navajo Water Project, and One Tree Planted. Every year, they launch new, limited-edition products and donate 100 percent of the profits to the Cheekbone Beauty Scholarship Fund to support Indigenous students with post-secondary education costs. Cheekbone Beauty is a certified B Corporation, a member of the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB), and a Canopy Pack4Good partner.
Cavallasco, Italy
Cooperativa La Goccia was founded in 2000 to foster the social reintegration of disadvantaged individuals in Milan and the Lombardy region through meaningful employment. They hire, train, and support people with mental or physical disabilities and help companies and organizations achieve their disability inclusion goals through commercial cleaning, facility management, gardening, landscaping, and other maintenance and land care services. Cooperativa La Goccia offers consultancy and design services for gardening and landscaping contracts and works with clients to reduce environmental impacts. They prioritize low-emission, hybrid, and electric vehicles and equipment, monitor their own carbon footprint, and maintain ISO 14001 Environmental Management certification. Cooperativa La Goccia is registered as a not-for-profit social cooperative and reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Little Hulton, England, United Kingdom
Kenny Waste Management was established in 1985 to provide environmentally safe and controlled waste management services. They specialize in commercial and construction waste, electronic waste recycling, skip hire, hazardous waste handling, and other bespoke waste management services. Their material reclamation facility in Manchester processes a wide range of waste to divert it from landfills and redirect it for reuse or further recycling. Kenny Waste Management uses energy-efficient lighting, invests in low-emission fleet vehicles, and partners with Simply Carbon Reduction to monitor emissions and work towards net zero. They help unemployed adults who are struggling to find work through training, work experience, paid work placements, and direct employment, and they help schools in deprived areas offer career programs and internships for young people. Kenny Waste Management is an accredited Living Wage Employer and a member of Social Enterprise UK, Slave-Free Alliance, Build Salford Consortium, and Supply Chain Sustainability School.
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Merritt Island, Florida, United States
Papillon Marketplace creates fair trade artisan jobs in Haiti to provide opportunities for at-risk families and address the poverty orphan crisis. Their artisans produce a wide range of housewares and accessories and are best known for their recycled steel drum metal art, ceramic tableware, ceramic bead jewelry, and recycled paper jewelry. Papillon Marketplace sources the majority of their materials locally to further stimulate the Haitian economy and create more jobs. They provide paid job training, a living wage, consistent work, medical benefits, and a creative, family-friendly work environment with on-site child care. Papillon Empowerment, their 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, supports language and literacy development, computer training, school tuition scholarships, small business mentorship, and other community development needs. Papillon Marketplace is a Fair Trade Federation verified member.
Monterrey, Mexico
Impact Hub Monterrey brings together a community of social impact entrepreneurs, drives inclusive and sustainable innovation, and facilitates connections, knowledge sharing, and collaboration. They provide coworking spaces, meeting rooms, event venues, consulting services, incubation and acceleration programs, and networking events. Their facilities in Centro include a terrace, cafe, craft brewery, and restaurant. Impact Hub Monterrey sources locally and prioritizes products made by Indigenous populations. They are a member of the global Impact Hub Network. Impact Hub Monterrey is registered as a not-for-profit organization and reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
İstanbul, Turkey
Puduhepa and Her Sisters specializes in dolls and storybooks featuring Anatolian female role models to inspire young girls in Türkiye and support their psychological development. They create handmade rag dolls, pillow dolls, bags, books, education kits, and more. Their online store includes free resources to help parents engage in mindfulness activities with their children, enhance emotional expression and attention spans, and develop conflict resolution skills. Puduhepa and Her Sisters provides women with steady, home-based employment opportunities and prioritizes suppliers from disadvantaged regions. They make zero-waste doll clothing from fabric scraps. Profits are used to support girls’ education through TOÇEV. Puduhepa and Her Sisters is a member of Impact Hub Ankara and Good4Trust.
Oxford, England, United Kingdom
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Binners’ Project improves economic opportunities for waste pickers in Vancouver and reduces the stigma they face as informal recyclable collectors. They offer waste education and sorting services for commercial and residential buildings and events, provide a fair and reliable income for binners, promote social inclusion, and contribute to waste diversion and a circular economy. Their Binners’ Hook program enables Vancouver residents to separate their refundable containers, their Universal Cart initiative provides purpose-built carts to support binners’ work, and their annual Coffee Cup Revolution event demonstrates the potential of a coffee cup refund system. Binners’ Project organizes weekly meetings for anyone self-identifying as a binner and interested in connecting with the community. They are a Buy Social Canada Certified Social Enterprise and a member of the North American Waste Picker Alliance (NAWPA). Binners’ Project operates as a not-for-profit project on the MakeWay platform and reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Minato City, Japan
Green Innovation collaborates across industries, sectors, and generations to support innovations that transform society and accelerate decarbonization in Japan and beyond. They offer training programs, GX Expert certification for decarbonization advisors, and consulting services for companies pursuing decarbonization. Their Green Innovator Academy engages students through workshops, fieldwork, and real-world projects to build green innovation talent and develop policy and business solutions for decarbonization. Green Innovation is a not-for-profit organization and reinvests all surplus towards their mission. They are a member of Catalyst Now.
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
WildHearts Office helps customers transform their essential procurement overheads into social and environmental impact. They offer office supplies, stationery, commercial printing services, ergonomic furniture, workwear, personal protective equipment, cleaning essentials, tech supplies, facilities equipment, and kitchen and catering appliances. WildHearts Office uses an electric fleet to deliver their products and works with Carbon Footprint UK to track, reduce, and offset their carbon emissions. They use all profits to organize and support social and environmental initiatives including the annual WildHearts Global Youth Summit, which engages young people to learn, collaborate, and innovate to create a more sustainable future. WildHearts Office is a certified B Corporation and a member of Social Enterprise Scotland and Social Enterprise UK. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Malden, Massachusetts, United States
Project Have Hope creates fair trade accessories and housewares, empowers women and children, and ignites change in Uganda’s Acholi Quarter. They specialize in handmade jewelry, pouches, bags, aprons, toys, ornaments, and other products made from local fabrics, recycled paper, and other responsibly sourced materials. Project Have Hope supports artisans through business grants, loans, and vocational training and provides scholastic scholarships, a free breakfast program for local children, and assistance for community members in need. They are a Fair Trade Federation verified member and a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. Project Have Hope reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Handukanda, Sri Lanka
Portland, Oregon, United States
MakeWith Hardware & Learning Center helps people build skills for self-sufficiency and collective resilience in Portland, Oregon and beyond. They offer a curated selection of products, services, and hands-on workshops focused on resilience skills like home maintenance and repair, emergency preparedness, mending, furniture restorations, growing and preserving food, automotive basics, and more. MakeWith collaborates with diverse tradespeople and hobbyists to create an inclusive and supportive place for anyone to learn new skills. Participants build confidence and community connections and learn to extend the life of their possessions, avoid unnecessary purchases, and reduce waste and consumption. MakeWith maintains a pay-it-forward system and offers discounted tickets to people in need. They also maintain a directory of women, queer, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) building contractors and service providers serving residential and commercial customers in the Portland area.
Mueang Kaeo, Thailand
Great Ideas Research and Development works with communities in northern Thailand to create community tourism experiences, community products, and other sustainable economic opportunities that leverage local resources and preserve local cultures and the environment. They specialize in participatory action research, design, training, fundraising, business planning, organizational development, digital media, and marketing. Great Ideas also offers a coworking space and learning center to connect social enterprises and support skill development.
İstanbul, Turkey
Tufetto designs and manufactures ergonomic wooden furniture and home and office products in Türkiye that support wellbeing, mindful living, and a sustainable future. They offer shelves, chairs, stools, tables, desks, laptop stands, easels, drawing boards, puzzles, retail displays, and more through their online store and undertake custom product design and interior architecture projects. Tufetto uses sustainably sourced Forest Stewardship Council certified wood, designs for durability, and specializes in products made from interlocking pieces with no fasteners for easy assembly and repair. They provide a lifetime guarantee and replacement parts. Their Tufetto Makers project includes workshops and free do-it-yourself templates for children to inspire creativity, encourage hands-on learning, foster a connection with sustainable design, and build a community of young makers. Tufetto is a member of Impact Hub Ankara.
Tustin, California, United States
Grow Ahead Foundation enables people to connect directly with small-scale farmer organizations in the Global South and support agroforestry projects that contribute to climate resilience, income security, and food sovereignty. Their crowdfunding platform brings together contributions from individuals, businesses, organizations, and grants to fund community-led initiatives aligned with regenerative organic and fair trade principles. By planting trees in agroforestry systems, farmers can restore water and nutrients to their soil, increase the production of nutrient-dense food, diversify income through organic and fair trade product sales, pull carbon out of the atmosphere, meet community needs, and enhance their climate resiliency. Grow Ahead supports their farming partners long-term even after funds have been distributed. They are a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their purpose.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
RadiCare Ventures fosters safe, clean communities in Calgary and creates meaningful employment opportunities for vulnerable individuals. They specialize in graffiti removal, professional cleaning, sharp object pickup, window cleaning, pressure washing, management of public disruptions, litter cleanup, event support, property management, washroom monitoring, and safe disposal of human waste. RadiCare Ventures employs people facing barriers to employment, provides training opportunities, offers flexible scheduling to accommodate employees with physical disabilities, and assists with paperwork so they can access disability benefits. They use their revenue to support RadiCalgary Society, a nonprofit that provides wraparound services to people experiencing homelessness, addiction, mental health concerns, language barriers, food insecurity, and other vulnerabilities. RadiCare Ventures is a Buy Social Canada Certified Social Enterprise.
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Water Sensitive Cambridge works to restore the water cycle in urban areas of Cambridge by putting rain into the ground close to where it falls and working with nature instead of against it. They design and build sustainable drainage systems, turn verges, gardens, and parks into rain gardens, install SlowFlow rain planters, offer guided walks, and organize community outreach and education events. Their rain gardens capture and filter stormwater runoff, relieve pressure on drainage infrastructure, replenish groundwater, reduce the risk of flooding, build healthier soils, and add greenery to urban spaces. Water Sensitive Cambridge integrates permaculture principles, uses reclaimed wood and recycled plastic in their planters, and raises awareness of nature-based solutions to water-related challenges. They are a registered Community Interest Company (CIC) and a member of Social Enterprise UK.
San Pablo Etla, Mexico
Abrazo Style produces handcrafted fair trade clothing and accessories and creates economic opportunities for indigenous women artisans in rural communities of Oaxaca and Chiapas, Mexico. They offer hand-embroidered blouses, dresses, and jumpers and handwoven scarves, wraps, and bags that blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. Abrazo Style collaborates directly with artisans to ensure they receive fair pay and have safe working conditions. They provide skills training and create entrepreneurial opportunities for artisans and support staff. Abrazo Style is a Fair Trade Federation verified member and a member of WeTheChange.
Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada
Ampere helps provide equitable, sustainable access to science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) education, opportunities, and resources in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities of Canada. They partner with communities to co-design culturally responsive in-person and online learning opportunities, digital skills training, and educator resources for learners of all ages. Their Makerspaces in Iqaluit, Lindsay, Cambridge Bay, and Curve Lake serve as community hubs for STEAM camps, after-school activities, drop-ins for youth, and specialized programs for adult jobseekers, elders, and people with disabilities. The Ampere Agency offers design, development, and consulting services to government, educators, social change organizations, and other partners and reinvests all profits into nonprofit STEAM education. Ampere is a Buy Social Canada Certified Social Enterprise and a not-for-profit organization.
Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Sivan Arul Foundation works to transform and empower vulnerable communities in Sri Lanka through childcare, education, livelihood projects, and sustainable development initiatives. They maintain a children’s home, hostel, and vegetarian restaurant in Thiruketheeswaram, operate education centers in remote villages, provide university scholarships, and create livelihood opportunities through multiple integrated farms, a food processing factory in Kilinochchi, a bakery in Puthukkudiyiruppu, and revolving loan fund initiatives. Their Palms Together project was started to help disadvantaged women become financially independent and gain life skills and confidence. The women are producing palmyra leaf housewares and handloom cotton sarees, sarongs, and towels. Sivan Arul Foundation prioritizes natural materials, sustainable agriculture practices, and solar energy. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus to expand their programs and support their community.
Haddington, Scotland, United Kingdom
Lower Impact Living (Lil) inspires and enables people in East Lothian, Scotland to support nature and each other through community engagement, resource sharing, and lower impact living at home, at work, and at play. They provide sustainability consulting, fiscal hosting, and project management services, organize projects and events to reduce waste and increase community reuse, and host the East Lothian Climate Hub. Lil offers free referral-based access to their services and pay-what-you-can pricing for events. They are a registered Community Interest Company (CIC) and a member of East Lothian Climate Action Network, Women in Sustainability, Circular Communities Scotland, Social Enterprise Scotland, and Social Investment Scotland.
Bankstown, New South Wales, Australia
Collappor8 aims to inspire meaningful change by empowering organizations to achieve sustainable growth, foster innovation, and create lasting value for their communities. They specialize in management consulting, strategy, accounting, marketing, operations, and grant writing services for charities, not-for-profit organizations, and community groups. Collappor8 prioritizes accessibility through inclusive office design, flexible work arrangements, and support for neurodiverse individuals and return-to-work parents. A portion of their revenue is used to offer discounts and pro bono services for select charities and not-for-profits each year.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Jonnon manufactures clothing and accessories from upcycled materials in Vancouver and provides meaningful work for people facing barriers to employment. They transform retired street banners into bags, accessories, and custom-branded products, and they partner with mission-aligned clothing companies to produce garments from reclaimed and recycled materials. Jonnon provides home-based employment to disadvantaged workers including newcomers, people with disabilities, and people impacted by mental health issues. They prioritize locally sourced materials and small batch production. Jonnon is registered as a British Columbia Community Contribution Company (C3) and is a Buy Social Canada Certified Social Enterprise.
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Funding4Growth helps women and other underrepresented founders access the tools, resources, and funding pathways they need to transform their ideas into impactful, sustainable businesses. They provide funding strategy services, grant application reviews, funding incubators, accelerators, coaching, and a funding circle for impact-driven female entrepreneurs. Funding4Growth offers modular pricing, low-cost and free workshops, events, and educational resources, and free, invite-only services for disadvantaged founders, including Indigenous Australians, abuse survivors, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and founders with disabilities. They work with government policy advisors, venture capitalists, fund managers, membership groups, and service providers to increase investment in women-owned enterprises and create a more equitable and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem. Funding4Growth supports Humans of Purpose Academy, Coralus, Mamamia Media Co, Broad Radio, and Fair Agenda.
London, England, United Kingdom
Amala Chai produces authentic masala chai using sustainably sourced tea and spices from regenerative farms in India. They offer freshly brewed masala chai through their tea stations across London and chai starter kits, concentrates, and tea blends through their online store. Amala Chai directly sources ingredients from farmers who prioritize organic practices and their local community. Fair trade and organic premiums are used to support revolving loan funds, soil testing, organic manure units, and other cooperative initiatives.
Ankara, Turkey
Cazular offers environmentally responsible bags and accessories that celebrate Anatolian art and culture. Their tote bags and clutches are inspired by Hacivat Karagöz shadow plays and made by women’s cooperatives in Türkiye from upcycled deadstock materials. Their bags include traditional beadwork keychains which are made by prisoners in state penitentiaries. Products are designed to last and packaged in reusable cloth bags. Cazular is part of Impact Hub Ankara.
Glen Osmond, South Australia, Australia
HT Thrive Consultancy empowers vulnerable individuals and families in Australia to overcome challenges, address essential needs, foster community resilience, and facilitate positive growth. They specialize in culturally responsive case management, personalized coaching, mentorship, counseling, training, workshops, and consultancy services for migrants, refugees, and other underserved groups. HT Thrive works with people struggling with settlement, integration, cultural adjustment, employment barriers, housing instability, domestic violence, substance use, mental health, relationships, and family challenges.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Prospera Partners works with social enterprises, nonprofits, and independent businesses to enhance social impact, create learning opportunities, catalyze change, and cultivate communities for social good. They offer consulting and facilitation services focused on growing leaders, bringing people together, and transforming out-of-date models. Prospera Partners provides low or no-cost workshops for nonprofit professionals. They are a member of Social Enterprise Alliance.
Thornhill, Ontario, Canada
DANI supports adults with developmental disabilities in Toronto to grow and thrive through personal development, community integration, and a focus on individual strengths. They create job training and employment opportunities for their community through their kosher catering services, patio cafe, event venue, and online gift store. DANI provides literacy, lifelong learning, independent living, drama, art, music, physical fitness, recreation, and residential programs and partners with local employers and nonprofits to support job placements and volunteer opportunities. Their personalized programs are tailored to the abilities, aspirations, and goals of each individual. DANI is a Buy Social Canada Certified Social Enterprise and a registered not-for-profit organization. All surplus is reinvested towards their mission.
Epping, Victoria, Australia
Women in Work delivers mobile childcare services for organizations that support parents and families and provides meaningful and flexible first-time employment for migrant and refugee women as childcare educators. Their educators travel to venues across Metropolitan Melbourne and care for children of all ages so that parents can focus on accessing essential programs and services, including legal appointments, health information sessions, family violence support, and education and training opportunities. Multilingual services are available for families from diverse cultural backgrounds. Women in Work employs childcare-certified migrant and refugee women who are experiencing barriers to employment and provides on-the-job training, professional development, wraparound support, and pathways into permanent work. They are a Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise and a member of Social Enterprise Network Victoria (SENVIC). Women in Work operates under Whittlesea Community Connections, a not-for-profit community organization founded in 1973. All surplus is reinvested towards their mission.
Forrest Beach, Queensland, Australia
Rotherham, England, United Kingdom
Busy Life aims to inspire everyone, regardless of ability, to take part in sport. They publish Crip Life, an online disability magazine dedicated to dismantling disabling barriers, and they offer Diversity Designs, a collection of clothing and accessories with images of diverse athletes. Busy Life uses print-on-demand services to minimize waste. Their clothing line is made in a factory powered by renewable energy and shipped in plastic-free packaging. Busy Life is a member of Social Enterprise UK and donates to organizations that support people with disabilities.
Pa Miang, Thailand
Phulangka produces coffee and other value-added products that support local farmers, increase community income, and contribute to environmental conservation in the Thepsadet region of northern Thailand. They specialize in roasted coffee, coffee scrub powder, coffee scrub soap, raw honey, and tea. Phulangka works with local farmers to cultivate coffee under the shade of large trees and protect local forests. They compost coffee husks, create income opportunities for elderly people in need, and support environmental conservation initiatives. Phulangka is part of the Mae Ton Fresh Coffee Community Enterprise Group and is verified organic under the Sustainable Development Goals Participatory Guarantee System.
Ferny Grove, Queensland, Australia
Spouse Force offers technical writing services and provides sustainable employment opportunities for Australian military spouses. They specialize in copywriting, tender and bid writing, government recruitment scribing, selection reports, board documents, organizational policies and procedures, document reviews, and learning and development materials. Military family incomes consistently lag behind those in the civilian sector largely due to frequent relocations and high rates of spouse unemployment and underemployment. Spouse Force understands the unique employment challenges faced by military spouses. They provide above-standard wages, paid training, remote employment, and support for military spouses to build and sustain their own businesses and pursue their professional aspirations. Spouse Force donates to Legacy, a nonprofit that provides assistance, accommodation, medical support, and social care to the families of deceased and incapacitated veterans. They are a Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise and a member of the Queensland Social Enterprise Council (QSEC).
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Buderim, Queensland, Australia
Moyai makes it easier for people with disabilities to find spaces that meet their accessibility and sensory needs and helps business owners create inclusive spaces to foster independence, reduce social isolation, and promote economic participation. Their app allows users to create personalized profiles with their mobility support needs, sensory preferences, and dietary requirements, explore curated suggestions for restaurants, shops, and other establishments that match their needs, share their experiences, and stay informed through reviews and alerts about accessibility changes. Moyai also works with businesses to provide free initial venue assessments and pay-as-you-go accessibility improvement reports, consultancy referrals, and digital assets, so that they can showcase their spaces and get professional advice on maintaining or improving accessibility. The platform incorporates screen-reader compatibility and accessibility widgets. Moyai is part of Ready Communities and Social Impact in the Regions.
Ahangama, Sri Lanka
Hello Homestay offers vegetarian homestay accommodation near Koggala lake in southern Sri Lanka and is committed to environmental responsibility and animal welfare. Their tiny homes are surrounded by nature, built from reclaimed materials, and outfitted with upcycled furnishings. They segregate and recycle waste, monitor and offset carbon, and plant trees and flowers to provide wildlife habitat. Hello Homestay hires locally and organizes clothing donation drives for the local community. They volunteer at a nearby animal shelter and care for rescue animals on their property.
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
BEYOND Futures empowers individuals and communities by fostering meaningful career pathways and educational opportunities that equip future generations with the knowledge and skills to build a socially responsible and environmentally conscious society. Their platform connects vocational education training providers and tertiary institutions with students and includes industry exploration hubs, study resources, a career adviser portal, webinars, and an exhibitor space for job opportunities, apprenticeships, and course offerings. Registration is free for parents and students. BEYOND Futures is committed to inclusion and provides free resources and tools for low-income groups, rural and remote communities, and Indigenous students.
Paragasthota, Sri Lanka
Animal Wellness Trust provides a safe and caring refuge for homeless dogs and cats in Sri Lanka and improves community understanding of abandoned dogs and cats by highlighting the benefits of companionship between humans and animals. They organize sponsorship programs, facilitate adoptions, and provide shelter and veterinary care for sick, injured, and abandoned animals. Animal Wellness Trust partners with the Brigitte Bardot Foundation and Best Care Animal Hospital to support the humane population control of dogs and cats through sterilization and neutering clinics. They are a registered not-for-profit and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States
KaizenRhino Solutions works to eliminate financial exclusion and reduce generational poverty by promoting financial education and asset ownership. They provide personalized coaching, training, and life insurance for the unbanked and underbanked and help them build wealth through a Global Permanent Investment Account (GPIA). A GPIA is a savings and investment account that generates supplemental income through dividends, ensures economic viability, and can be bequeathed to future generations. KaizenRhino Solutions supports civil and military service members, nonprofits, and other organizations to make informed financial decisions, hosts events to motivate people to achieve financial goals, and campaigns to raise awareness of asset ownership as a tool to alleviate poverty and income inequalities. They are a member of Social Enterprise Alliance.
Mossman, Queensland, Australia
Saltwater People brings together artists, creatives, and storytellers to co-design authentic visual storytelling projects that amplify community voices and lived experiences. Their creative agency specializes in branding, graphic design, websites, digital campaigns, photography, video, animation, illustration, custom artwork, and exhibition design. Their CoLAB collaboration and co-design framework includes tools for idea generation, prototyping, and user testing and helps increase inclusion, power-sharing, and culturally safe and trauma-informed connections. Saltwater People invests in real opportunities for creatives and is working to rebuild a more inclusive creative economy for artists, innovators, disruptors, and changemakers. They are a Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise, a Supply Nation Certified Indigenous Business, and a member of Indigenous Art Code.
Belmont South, New South Wales, Australia
Hunter Adults Financial Collaborative (HAFC) helps financially disadvantaged adults in the Hunter Region develop their own business ideas or access employment so they can become self-sufficient and follow their passions. They provide personalized training, mentoring support, and micro-loans and assist with business paperwork, business plans, marketing strategies, resume reviews, and interview preparations. HAFC mobilizes funds from mission-aligned foundations, governments, companies, and other partners so they can deliver their training and services for free to people in need. They are currently developing a recycled textile sewing cluster to provide employment opportunities, enable local manufacturing, and contribute to a circular economy. HAFC is a not-for-profit organization and reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Wattala, Sri Lanka
Naaga Paduvan Ayurveda creates natural Ayurvedic products that support healing, holistic wellbeing, cultural pride, environmental sustainability, and community empowerment. Their arthritis and joint pain relief oil is made in small batches using traditional medicinal plants from the village of Naaga Paduvan and other natural ingredients sourced directly from local suppliers. Naaga Paduvan Ayurveda promotes biodiversity and sustainable farming practices and packages products in reusable glass bottles and biodegradable materials.
Morningside, Queensland, Australia
Kinba breaks down barriers to financial literacy and empowers young people to make informed decisions through gamified financial education. Their mobile app makes learning about money engaging and accessible for children, helping them master skills like saving and investing. Parents support their progress by setting aside funds that can be accessed as children achieve milestones and cultivate healthy financial habits. Kinba prioritizes the safety and privacy of children and families by adhering to strict data privacy regulations and refraining from any form of advertising within the app. They are part of Women in Digital and Women in Tech.
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka
JK Pottery produces handmade ceramic pieces, supports Sri Lankan artisans, and provides local, environmentally responsible alternatives to plastic imports. They specialize in ceramic beads, jewelry, and housewares made from sustainably sourced clay. They also produce ceramic tills to replace plastic tills at local banks. JK Pottery offers imperfect products at discounted prices to reduce waste and make handmade ceramics more accessible. They monitor waste disposal and set waste reduction targets. Artisans receive competitive wages, medical benefits, annual bonuses, and commission incentives.
Jaysingpur, Maharashtra, India
Peak Biofertilizers produces microbial fertilizers to nurture soil health, increase productivity, and support organic farming. Their fertilizers offer beneficial bacterial strains and come in liquid and powder forms to improve the uptake of potassium, phosphate, phosphorus, and other essential nutrients, convert nitrogen into usable forms for plants, provide immunity against soil-borne diseases, and support the cultivation of various crops, including cereal grains, sugarcane, fruit trees, vegetables, and spice crops. Peak Biofertilizers improves soil health naturally by maintaining the microflora of the soil, reducing the need for agrichemicals.
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Rah offers value-added king coconut drinks with a focus on protecting the livelihoods of small-scale farmers in Sri Lanka. Their king coconut seltzers are available plain or with other natural ingredients like lime, grapefruit, and sea salt. Rah sources directly from farmers and is committed to fair pricing, environmental sustainability, and giving back to the community.
Malvern, Victoria, Australia
The Health and Fitness Association of Australia (HAFAA) fosters a fair, transparent, and inclusive fitness industry through advocacy, professional development, and representation. Member benefits include national industry registration, online masterclasses, toolkits, newsletters, advice and assistance related to wage disputes, unfair treatment, and other workplace issues, and discounts on insurance, certifications, and fitness gear. HAFAA engages with government and regulatory bodies to influence policy and advocate for fair pay, safe working conditions, and workplace rights for fitness professionals. They promote financial inclusion by recognizing all relevant education and training and not requiring Continuing Education Credits (CECs) or Professional Development Points (PDPs). HAFAA donates 10 percent of registration fees to charitable causes that support social equity and community wellbeing.
Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Happy Capy produces bottled yerba maté drinks in the United Kingdom and is committed to maximizing happiness, not profits. Their yerba maté is sourced from Argentina and cold brewed in small batches. Happy Capy supports community events and donates to charitable causes for every bottle sold.
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Manthra Ayurveda Massage Center focuses on Ayurvedic therapies, holistic healing, and sustainability. They offer Ayurvedic massages at their center in Colombo and through mobile services. Manthra Ayurveda Massage Center uses oils from locally sourced, natural ingredients and supports their community through free wellness workshops and affordable treatments.
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka
Creative Crafts produces handcrafted housewares from upcycled wood to reduce deforestation and provide a local alternative to plastic imports. They offer trays, platters, serving boards, plant holders, decorative boxes, napkin holders, and key rings made from pallets, discarded furniture, and other reclaimed wood. Creative Crafts promotes entrepreneurship and employment for people with mental health challenges.
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