One One Cacao
Founded in 2016, One One Cacao is a premium chocolate maker based in Jamaica, a company that celebrates the art and science of craft chocolate. Specializing in single-origin, bean-to-bar chocolates, One One Cacao is committed to sustainable farming practices and the empowerment of local cocoa farmers. The name “One One Cacao” comes from the Jamaican […]
PashooPakshee
PashooPakshee is a social enterprise that bridges the gap between tourism, conservation, and community development by training women in marginalized communities throughout India to create handcrafted, environmentally conscious souvenirs that reflect the rich cultural heritage and biodiversity of their regions. These products, which range from keychains and handicrafts to regionally inspired designs for museums and […]
Wearsos
Wearsos is on a mission to transform waste into opportunity, empowering women in rural Costa Rica and uplifting communities. By upcycling retired airline seats, Wearsos crafts sustainable, high-quality products like backpacks, passport holders, luggage tags, and fanny packs – helping divert tons of waste from the landfills. But it isn’t only about the bags, it’s […]
Red Rocks Rwanda
Red Rocks Rwanda is a social enterprise that blends tourism, conservation, and sustainable development to uplift communities around Volcanoes National Park. Founded in 2013, Red Rocks Rwanda offers more than just accommodation and eco-tours — it brings local people into the heart of the tourism supply chain, ensuring that they benefit directly from the industry […]
Kapawi Ecolodge
Kapawi Ecolodge is an award-winning ecolodge and reserve in the heart of the Ecuadorian Amazon, offering travelers an opportunity to engage with the Achuar indigenous community while immersing themselves in one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth. Kapawi was developed in partnership with the Achuar Nation to promote sustainable development, biodiversity conservation, and the […]
Global Coralition
Global Coralition is an organization that seamlessly blends art, science, and community engagement to regenerate our marine ecosystems. By creating and installing large-scale art sculptures in the ocean, which then transform into thriving coral reefs and marine habitats, Global Coralition not only revitalizes damaged ecosystems but also sparks both local and global awareness about the […]
Wanderstay
Wanderstay is revolutionizing the hospitality industry by offering affordable and thoughtfully designed accommodations that foster meaningful connections among travelers. Founded in 2018 by Deidre Mathis, the first Black woman to own a hostel in the U.S., Wanderstay offers two distinctive properties in Houston: the Wanderstay Houston Hostel and the Wanderstay Boutique Hotel. Inspired by her […]
De-Carceration Fund
The De-Carceration Fund is dedicated to transforming the U.S. criminal justice system by investing in innovative startups that alleviate the suffering the U.S. criminal justice perpetuates. By focusing on early-stage companies, the De-Carceration Fund aligns financial goals with social impact, rejecting the extractive models that have long defined private sector involvement in incarceration. With 2.3 […]
Astungkara Way
Astungkara Way is redefining tourism in Bali by offering regenerative travel experiences that connect visitors with the island’s rich agricultural traditions and support local communities. Astungkara Way’s signature project, the Coast-to-Coast Trail, spans Bali from south to north, offering immersive, educational experiences focused on sustainable agriculture, community education, and environmental regeneration. Through a range of […]
Pink Coconuts
Pink Coconuts is an LGBTQ-focused travel platform that helps hospitality businesses enhance guest experiences by providing specialized, mobile training designed to create safe and inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ travelers. Founded by Zi Donnya Piggott, a Barbados-born LGBTQ advocate, Pink Coconuts empowers hospitality businesses to meet the needs of diverse guests through quick, 10-minute daily sessions […]
