At the core of everything we do, is our commitment to finding and supporting people with innovative ideas to solve social problems.
Our Impact
When founded in 2004, SEI was the first organisation in Ireland explicitly dedicated to supporting social entrepreneurs. Since then, SEI has supported more than 550 social entrepreneurs across the country who are championing and driving solutions in areas such as mental health, housing, the environment and education.
SEI alumni have directly impacted the lives of millions of people throughout Ireland and have contributed significantly to creating employment opportunities.
100
Social entrepreneurs supported in 2021 alone
550
Social entrepreneurs and organisations supported by SEI to date
13
Over 13 million in direct funding and pro bono supports provided
500
Five hundred thousand yearly average of pro bono expertise
Meet our social entrepreneurs
Conscious Connections is an initiative designed to provide alternative avenues for women from the LGBTQ+ community and non-binary individuals to connect through activities and events that promote health and well-being.…
Renée MackeySeptember 23, 2024
A self-development curriculum for schools that aims to instill confidence, ambition and self-esteem in young women.AmyKeane & Laura Corcoran are the founders of Worth It SECTOR Education COUNTY Mayo REGION…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverOctober 7, 2022
Lib Multicultural Counselling and Support Programme offers free mental health support for adults and children from ethnic communitiesToufik Messabih is the founder of Lib SECTOR Mental Health and Wellbeing Ethnic…
Sophie AinscoughJuly 12, 2022
Creating a line of green and social products from solid wool, preventing wastage of a sustainable and renewable resource, and providing income to farmers.Sophie Reynolds is the founder of For…
Sophie AinscoughJuly 12, 2022
A mental health arts festival for children and families promoting positive mental health, wellbeing and connection through creativity and play. Sal Roche is the founder of Playful Steps, Mindful Play…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverOctober 7, 2022
Providing support and education to senior dogs owners through workshops and activities focused on senior dog care and addressing the emotional challenges of looking after an elderly pet.Hanching-Coffey Chuang &…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverOctober 2, 2023
A platform designed to equip women from minority or disadvantaged backgrounds with the tools they need for their professional goals.Grace Oladipo is the founder of Audacity XX SECTOR Employment Ethnic…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverSeptember 27, 2024
Aiming to improve the quality of life for those living with dementia through the use of interactive and innovative assistive technology.Conor Loughran is the founder of Arvensis Hub SECTOR Support…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverOctober 7, 2022
An interactive online community platform providing persons with intellectual disabilities, their loved ones and support providers a safe space to connect, share experiences and change the conversation around relationships and…
Lucy BarlowOctober 2, 2023
A platform connecting prospective learners with learning providers, enhancing access to education.Emer O'Keeffe is the founder of NameDown SECTOR Education Technology COUNTY Kilkenny REGION Leinster WEBSITE http://www.namedown.ie/ SEI JOURNEY Ideas Academy…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverOctober 14, 2022
