Our Vision
- 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.
Our Work
- 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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About
- 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.
- FinancialsREDF achieves the highest levels of accountability and transparency.
News

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A Path to Purpose: The Journey of Maria Kim, President & CEO of REDF

Beyond Barriers Podcast

CA RISE

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

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What Everyone Can Learn From Leaders of Color

Stanford Social Innovation Review

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REDF Receives $500,000 Grant from Bank of America to Advance Racial Equality and Economic Opportunity

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CA:RISE Allocated $25 Million in California Legislature Budget Sent to Governor Newsom

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REDF Receives $500,000 Grant from Kaiser Permanente to Support Social Enterprise Sustainability and Growth

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Press Release: REDF Accelerator Brings Together Emerging Social Entrepreneurs with Expertise and Lived Experience in Overcoming Employment Barriers

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REDF Impact Investing Fund Certified as Community Development Financial Institution

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Grants Roundup: March 30, 2022

Chronicle of Philanthropy

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REDF Receives $7.5M Investment from Justice and Mobility Fund, Largest Institutional Grant in 25-Year History

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REDF Receives Grants Totaling $1.45 Million to Advance Employment Social Enterprise and Inclusive Workforce Development

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Carla Javits Welcomes Maria Kim as REDF’s President & CEO

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