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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 InvestingFlexible 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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Group of Feedback Labs Feedback Champions, standing outside on a set of stairs

Learning & Evidence

5 Critical Elements of Effective Feedback Practices

Improving our feedback practices helps us foster inclusivity and make more informed decisions that benefit ESE leaders and the people they serve. 

8.27.24

By Yon Jimenez-Macuso

CEO Insights, Events

REDF Joins JFF’s 75 Million Network

CEO Reflections from JFF Horizons 2024

8.22.24

By Maria Kim

Gov. Partnerships & Policy

SCC:RISE: 3 Lessons Learned From REDF’s Community-Based Incubator Pilot

In one California county, we’ve been testing a program to help local social entrepreneurs build ESEs from the ground up.

8.8.24

By Abigail Flis

CA RISE, Gov. Partnerships & Policy, Press Release

Press Release: 61 Social Impact Businesses Awarded $25M in Funding and Support, With Launch of California Regional Initiative for Social Enterprise

California Regional Initiative for Social Enterprise (CA RISE), a nation-leading statewide investment in businesses hiring people with systemic barriers...

8.7.24

News

REDF’s 2023 Impact Report: Now Live!

See how paid, on-the-job training and support is working to create far-reaching ripples.

7.29.24

By REDF Staff
2023 REDF Impact Investing Fund impact report PDF preview

Impact Investing, News

REDF Impact Investing Fund: Summer 2024 Newsletter

Read the latest from REDF Impact Investing Fund

6.26.24

Impact Investing

RIIF’s Largest Loan To Date: A Closer Look at Suay Sew Shop

RIIF's partnership with Suay has ensured that Suay has access to the capital they need to grow -- without resorting to extractive equity arrangements.

6.25.24

By Emilie Linick
Group photo of ESE leaders and REDF staff at the 2024 REDF Community Retreat

CEO Insights, Community Convenings

“I dream of you in colors that don’t exist.”

CEO Reflections from REDF's 2024 Community Retreat

6.20.24

By Maria Kim

CEO Insights

“I lived it. I’m qualified.”

CEO Notes on a Visit to the North Lawndale Employment Network

5.7.24

By Maria Kim

Impact Investing

Face it Before They Erase It | RIIF Visits Montgomery, Ala., with Impact Experience

Written by: Carrie McKellogg, CEO, REDF Impact Investing Fund On the day Alabama executed a man using nitrogen gas (and a mask out of Oppenheimer), I...

2.5.24

By Carrie McKellogg

CEO Insights

Refine. Design. Rest. Repeat. | REDF’s Formula for 2024

A year of reflection and strategic planning awaits. Read insights from our CEO Maria Kim, as she shares more about our plans for 2024.

1.26.24

Growth Portfolio, Press Release, REDF Programs

Press Release: REDF Awards $3.6 Million to 12 Employment Social Enterprises Poised for Growth and Impact

Download press release (PDF) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jaclynn Coussa Associate Director of Marketing & Communications jcoussa@redf.org (415)...

1.17.24
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