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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.
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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.
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    • HistorySince 1997, REDF has been using business as a force for good.
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Impact Investing, News

REDF Impact Investing Fund: Summer 2023 Newsletter

RIIF's 2022 impact, industry recognition, new loans, and more!

7.5.23

CEO Insights, Community Convenings

A Million in Motion | 2023 Community Retreat Reflections

"There I was with our own little beehive of incredible entrepreneurs... And I couldn’t help but think – dang, these folks are ready to change the...

6.29.23

By Maria Kim

REDF Programs, Team & Culture

Seen and Celebrated | REDF Reflections on Pride Month

We're proud to invest in trailblazing social enterprises that support and surround the LGBTQ+ community.

6.13.23

Farber Fellows

Fast Facts About The Farber Fellowship

Sit down with former Farber and current REDF employee Jeff Bergquist to hear more about the secret sauce behind the Farber program.

6.7.23

By Jeff Bergquist
REDF Accelerator Brings Together Dynamic Social Enterprise Leaders with a Focus on Lived Experience in Overcoming Employment Barriers

Accelerator, Press Release, REDF Programs

REDF Accelerator Brings Together Dynamic Social Enterprise Leaders with a Focus on Lived Experience in Overcoming Employment Barriers

A new cohort of 18 employment social entrepreneurs joins the REDF Accelerator to experiment with strategies for accelerating business growth and impact.

5.19.23

CEO Insights, Video

What becomes possible when everyone has a fair chance

"Carl has dedicated his life to building Opportunity Construction and creating new beginnings for so many returning home from prison."

4.19.23

By Maria Kim

CEO Insights, Team & Culture

Queen Bey Would be Proud | Notes from REDF’s Spring 2023 Staff Retreat

What does our staff retreat have to do with Beyonce? The thrill of being in the front row seat.

2.21.23

By Maria Kim

Gov. Partnerships & Policy, LA:RISE, Video

LA:RISE: A Partnership Building a Los Angeles that Works for Everyone

Get the scoop on our pioneering partnership connecting Los Angeles government entities, local social enterprises, and Angelenos ready to work.

2.13.23

Growth Portfolio, REDF Programs

Selecting the 2023 Growth Portfolio: 2 Significant Changes from 3 Years of Learning

As we celebrate the beginning of a new cohort of Growth Portfolio grantees, we're also reflecting on lessons learned from the selection process.

2.6.23

By Karen Chern

Impact Investing, News

Celebrating 5 Years of Impactful Investing

Lessons learned as we surpass a major milestone in our impact investing work.

1.30.23

By Carrie McKellogg

Farber Fellows

Inspiring Work – Adriana Rueda, UC Berkeley Haas School of Business

My summer working as a Farber Fellow drastically challenged my comfort zone, and fueled my passion for making change.

1.5.23

Growth Portfolio, REDF Programs

Introducing the 13 Growth-Stage Employment Social Enterprises Selected for Our 2023 Growth Portfolio

Today, we’re thrilled to announce $3.9 million in grants to 13 high-impact employment social enterprises through our Growth Portfolio program.

1.4.23
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