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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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Community Stories, Video & Media

In Good Company: Redefining Yourself with Jay Pershing, Weld Works

We're proud to support leaders, like Weld Works' own Jay Pershing, who use their own past to help others rewrite their future.

8.31.22

Community Stories, Video & Media

In Good Company: Connecting People with Possibilities, Jerelyn Rodriguez, The Knowledge House

Social entrepreneur Jerelyn Rodriguez has made it her business to give back to the place and community that shaped her. 

8.11.22

Impact Investing Fund, News

REDF Impact Investing Fund: Summer 2022 Newsletter

Get all the latest news from REDF Impact Investing Fund, including new investments, new borrowers, and more.

7.29.22

Community Convenings, REDF Programs, Video & Media

REDF Community: Connect, Grow, Lead | Video overview

Hear from a few of our leaders about their experience partnering with REDF and being part of this vibrant, entrepreneurial community.

7.26.22

Community Stories

5 Reasons You Should Know About Employment Social Enterprises

ESEs are one of the most powerful, scalable ways to building a more inclusive economy, where people are connected to quality jobs and everyone can thrive.

7.20.22

REDF Programs, Video & Media

What is an Employment Social Enterprise? | Video overview

Want to learn the details on employment social enterprise? Check out our video introduction here.

7.7.22

CA RISE, Gov. Partnerships & Policy, Press Release

Governor Newsom, California Lawmakers Approve $25 Million to Launch CA RISE

CA RISE is poised to harness the power of ESEs to advance economic inclusion and mobility for people overcoming barriers to employment.

7.1.22

Community Stories, Video & Media

In Good Company: Building Lasting Foundations with Carl Phinney

When Carl combines his own lived experience of incarceration with his entrepreneurial spirit and drive to give back, it creates transformational change.

6.28.22

Community Stories, Video & Media

In Good Company: Building Lasting Foundations with Carl Phinney, Opportunity Construction

Ten years ago, Carl founded the ESE Opportunity Construction to provide jobs, training, and support to his neighbors returning home.

6.23.22

CEO Insights

3 Ways to Be ‘In Good Company’ with Employment Social Enterprises

Here are some key ways to join in the work we're doing to build an economy that works. For everyone.

6.22.22

By Maria Kim

REDF Programs, Video & Media

Overview: What is an Employment Social Enterprise?

Get to know more about this innovative business model, and the opportunities they make possible.

6.22.22

Community Stories, Video & Media

Video Trailer: Igniting the Flame

Get a sneak peek from our upcoming short film about the power of employment social enterprise.

6.22.22
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