REDF Accelerator is celebrating its tenth year by welcoming its 2026 cohort. Twenty visionary community changemakers, leading 10 social enterprises across the U.S., will begin the intensive, six-month program starting in January. We’re so excited to get to know these leaders better and to learn together.
Last Chance to Shop our Guide (This Holiday Season)
What if your holiday gift giving could create jobs and change lives?
The REDF Social Enterprise Shop Guide features mission-driven businesses from across the U.S., providing jobs and training to people overcoming barriers to work. Every product carries a story of resilience, opportunity, and heart.
Not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered with some curated gift guides:
And if you’ve got others on your list beyond the above, check out the full shop guide. Don’t miss out on gifts that give back!
ESEs in the News: 2026 Highlights
CA RISE partner Center for Employment Opportunities was profiled in Rolling Stone for the organization’s support of New York State’s Reentry Assistance Bill.
RIIF borrower Suay Sew Shop was featured in The Guardian to celebrate the organization’s efforts to upcycle 50,000 pounds of surplus clothing in the wake of California wildfire relief efforts.
The Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program Co-Founder and Chief Royal Ramey appeared on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart to share his journey from incarcerated firefighter to CEO.
GreenIsland Bakery founder and CEO Caroline Johnston was interviewed on The Kelly Clarkson Show, where she shared her powerful story of resilience and how she’s turned that into a mission, partnering with nonprofits around D.C. to support women and their mental health.
Downtown Women’s Center was featured on The Today Show, highlighting their incredible work in empowering women experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles through housing, job training, and supportive services.
Rebel Nell was featured on Good Morning America to share about their work and the impact they are having in their community in Detroit. CEO Amy Peterson also shares the history of how Rebel Nell got their name!
More Than Words was profiled on The Today Show sharing how young participants in their programs gain real-life jobs skills and access to essential resources.
