There is a lot of debate surrounding what qualifies as a social startup, but at its core, a social startup is a company that seeks to solve a social problem. Below are some examples of social startups that are making a difference in the world:
Books for Africa - Books for Africa is a nonprofit organization that collects, ships, and distributes books to children and schools in Africa.
One Acre Fund - One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization that provides smallholder farmers with the financing and training they need to grow their businesses and improve their livelihoods.
Kiva - Kiva is a nonprofit organization that allows people to lend money to low-income entrepreneurs and students around the world.
Charity: Water - Charity: Water is a nonprofit organization that provides clean, safe drinking water to people in developing countries.
War Child - War Child is a nonprofit organization that provides assistance to children affected by war and conflict.
