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    • Our VisionAn economy that works. for everyone.
    • Who We BackWe partner with social entrepreneurs to amplify the success of their businesses and the people they employ.
    • How We Do ItWe help our enterprises grow further, faster through a combination of capital, capacity building, and community support.
    • ImpactOur partnership accelerates the growth and impact of the enterprises we back.
    • InsightsWe evaluate what works and share our learnings to spark action for policy and systems change.
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    • Our WorkWe invest in businesses that reveal and reinforce the talent of people breaking through barriers to employment.
    • AcceleratorA six-month cohort-based learning experience for leaders of early-stage enterprises to springboard growth.
    • Growth PortfolioA multi-year investment in growth-stage employment social enterprises to help them scale sustainably.
    • Impact Investing FundFlexible loan capital for employment social entrepreneurs whose lived expertise is their collateral.
    • Gov. Partnerships & PolicyAdvocacy and public sector partnerships to advance the field.
    • CommunityCurated space and resources to help our social enterprise partners connect, grow, and lead.
    • WorkshopREDFworkshop is an open, free virtual capacity building toolbox to help you build, grow, and sustain high-impact employment social enterprises.
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    • AboutWe envision a thriving and inclusive society where all people have the jobs and the support they need to realize their full potential.
    • Mission & CultureIt’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it that matters.
    • Our PeopleWe’re a motley crew of leaders and learners dedicated to building an economy that works. For everyone.
    • CareersKnowing your work is improving lives is not the only benefit of the job. View opportunities to join our team.
    • Farber FellowshipGrad students bring cutting-edge skills and passion to help employment social enterprises reach their full potential.
    • SupportersOur generous funders and individual donors make this work possible.
    • HistorySince 1997, REDF has been using business as a force for good.
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CEO Insights

Why Words Matter — During Fair Chance Month & Always

A missive from our CEO in honor of Fair Chance Month, a time when we focus on people with justice system experience.

4.15.25

By Maria Kim

News

March 2025 Newsletter: What’s Rising at REDF?

Spring has officially arrived — and here at REDF, we're taking the time to plant the seeds now for future growth to rise.

3.31.25

News, Press Release

REDF Welcomes William Washington to Board of Directors

Washington is a cross-sector leader with over two decades of experience in financial strategy.

3.25.25

Community Stories

In Community: Colin McKearnan on Being a Part of the Solution

Dive into our series to discover how extraordinary leaders are redefining what talent looks like in our country.

3.25.25

Accelerator, Community Stories, REDF Programs

Diving Deep with our Accelerator 2025 Cohort | Austin In-Person Gathering

This March, our 2025 Accelerator cohort gathered in Austin, Texas, to collaborate in person. Get to know a little more about this collection of leaders!

3.21.25

Community Stories

In Community: Gregory Nottage on the Power of Curiosity

Dive into our series to discover how extraordinary leaders are redefining what talent looks like in our country.

3.18.25

Community Stories

In Community: Antwoine Clark on How Joy and Grace Can Change Lives

Dive into our series to discover how extraordinary leaders are redefining what talent looks like in our country.

3.11.25

LA:RISE, News, Video & Media

Video: LA:RISE, A Partnership Building a Brighter Future for Angelenos

LA:RISE has been helping Angelenos thrive for a DECADE! Explore more about this innovative partnership in this new video.

3.3.25

Community Stories

In Community: Ian Clark Johnson and Bayron Wilson on Leading with Love

Dive into our series to discover how extraordinary leaders are redefining what talent looks like in our country.

2.13.25

Gov. Partnerships & Policy, LA:RISE

4 Ways LA:RISE Strengthens LA — And What Budget Cuts Would Mean for Our Community

LA:RISE makes a significant contribution in our community in four clear ways — all of which are threatened by the proposed budget cuts.

2.12.25

By Gregory Ericksen

LA:RISE, News, Video & Media

Video: Celebrating 10 Years of LA:RISE

LA:RISE has been helping Angelenos thrive for a DECADE! Explore more about this innovative partnership in this new video.

2.4.25

Gov. Partnerships & Policy

Graduation Day: The Los Angeles County EMI Incubator’s First Cohort

Through this program, 22 LA-based organizations have prepared to launch revenue-generating social enterprises.

1.27.25

By Lauren Taylor
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