What is a Social Enterprise?
A social enterprise is an organization that employs business strategies to maximize social and environmental impact while generating financial returns. It’s all about creating positive change sustainably!
Who Should Apply?
Are you a nonprofit with a groundbreaking idea? A business focused on social impact? A philanthropreneur on a mission? If you're ready to shine and drive meaningful change, we want to hear from YOU!
Whether you’re a B Corp, LLC, LC3, 501(c)(3), or simply have a dream that’s been brewing, apply today! Ideas will be narrowed down to the top 15, and 5 exceptional finalists will have the opportunity to pitch to a panel of experts during Grand Rapids Giving Day on December 3, 2024!
Important Dates:
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Applications Open: October 16, 2024
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Applications Close: November 13, 2024
Prize Announcement:
$10,000 in cash prizes sponsored by Fifth Third Bank.