Social Enterprise Greenhouse creates and nurtures inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems that foster just, equitable and resilient communities.

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Applications for Spring 2023 Microgrant Open!

Applications for the Spring 2023 SEG Microgrant Fund are open! If you graduated from SEG's Incubator, Incubadora, or Accelerator program in the last two years, (2021-Present) you may be eligible for the microgrant. Applications are available in both English and Spanish and are due April 3rd.
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Congrats to the 2022 Nonprofit Innovation Lab Winners!

Congrats to the prize winners at 2022  Nonprofit Innovation Lab Showcase. Over the past six months 10 nonprofits worked diligently to put their impactful ideas into reality all of which lead up to the showcase.

RI Black Storytellers, Beat the Streets New England, and Riverzedge arts received the top three prizes. If you didn’t get a chance to attend be sure to click below to watch all the innovation idea videos from the 2022 NPIL fellows.

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SEG Receives $100,000 to further Microgrant Fund

SEG was among the list of 5 organizations to receive the RI Commerce Innovation Network Matching Grant. SEG was awarded $100,000 to expand access to the SEG microgrant fund, which awards grants of up to $5,000 to small businesses in Rhode Island with budgets under $250,000. 
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Kelly Ramirez Op-Ed in the ProJo

Our country has an urgent need for a business culture that prioritizes both profit and positive social impact, as VP Kamala Harris’s visit to SEG in May 2021 demonstrated. In this op-ed for The Providence Journal, SEG CEO Kelly Ramirez explains how RI can lead the way.
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Read Our 2021 Impact Report

Our 2021 Impact Report is out! It was a year of collaboration and growth for SEG as we emerged out of the pandemic. Learn about our small business support efforts and the incredible impact our ecosystem had last year.

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Kelly Ramirez Op-Ed in the ProJo

Our country has an urgent need for a business culture that prioritizes both profit and positive social impact, as VP Kamala Harris’s visit to SEG in May 2021 demonstrated. In this op-ed for The Providence Journal, SEG CEO Kelly Ramirez explains how RI can lead the way.
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We provide the networks, knowledge, and resources to help 
entrepreneurs, businesses, and communities maximize their social impact.

Our Network

SEG is a network of more than 1000 enterprises and over 200 business and community leaders who contribute time, expertise and funding to grow social impact ecosystems in Rhode Island and beyond.


Our Programs

Work with a cohort as you progress through the life cycle of your business.

Unsure which program is right for you? Our matching tool can help!

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Ideator

Have an idea you want to explore but not sure how to go about it? Develop and validate your idea with support in our Ideator.

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Incubator

Ready to get started but need some help? Our Incubator will guide you through the basics to launch your social enterprise!

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Accelerator

Already up and running and ready for the next step? Scale your social enterprise with expert support in our Accelerator program!

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Our Services

Learn, grow, and connect at any point in your entrepreneurial journey.

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Advising

Connect with personalized advising services to support your venture.

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Coworking

Work alongside other socially minded professionals in a friendly workspace.

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Talent Matchmaking

Find and hire the perfect team member with the help of our Talent Concierge.

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Peer Support

Learn, exchange ideas, and connect with other founders in our monthly roundtable format.

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Loan Fund

Access loans to support the growth of your venture, with expert advising included.

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Events

Explore our calendar for workshops, networking opportunities, and other events.

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