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
Creating a system that recycles, repairs, and reimagines discarded hospital equipment through social enterprises.Darragh Joyce is the founder of HERA Initiative SECTOR Health Environment COUNTY Galway REGION Connacht WEBSITE SEI…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverOctober 14, 2022
Toddler Talk is a support service for all parents who are determined to ensure optimal speech, language and communication development in the early years of their child’s development. Camilla Marks is the…
Sophie AinscoughJanuary 10, 2022
A programme that provides children with learning opportunities through movement and contributes to their overall development by helping them lead full, active and healthy lives.Cian Hickey is the founder of…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverNovember 7, 2022
Aims to support individuals in companies, schools, and local groups on their digital wellness journey by offering tailored programs and talks.Julie Palcic is the founder of The Digital Human SECTOR…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverSeptember 26, 2024
Delivering informative, hands on activities for people with disabilities and providing information to make the outdoors more accessible.Alina Barone and Vika Gailte are the founders of Shamrock Squad SECTOR Disability…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverNovember 11, 2022
Dignity Partnership is a social enterprise that aims at promoting self-employment and providing supports for people who are or have been in the Direct Provision System in Ireland. Rosemary Kunene is the founder of…
Sophie AinscoughJanuary 10, 2022
A body positive project embracing diverse female bodies.Avia Gurman is the founder of Body Mirror SECTOR Support Services Education COUNTY Clare REGION Munster WEBSITE SEI JOURNEY Ideas Academy 2022 SOCIAL…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverOctober 14, 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
A targeted health care solution specialising in creating a harm reduction information source to address the health risks associated with injecting drug use.Loretta Geissel and Clodagh Rooney are the founders…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverOctober 7, 2022
Creating a training programme for secondary level transition year students, focused on developing skills and gaining official certification in caring for older people.Padraigin O'Donoghue & Mary Morrissey are the founders…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverOctober 2, 2023
Carers Network Ireland's mission is to support and empower social care professionals via intuitive digital tools developed to eliminate carer distress and improve quality of care.Ronah Corcoran is CEO and founder…
Sophie AinscoughJanuary 10, 2022
The Little Fitness programme is inclusive for all children and families living in emergency accommodation, family hubs and where children may come up against barriers within their community. The programme…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverFebruary 27, 2023
Action Lab Seed Fund This year, The Action Lab programme took place from January to the end of March. Eight projects took part in the programme which aimed to support social entrepreneurs…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverMay 5, 2023
A nature-based experiential education initiative that seeks to re-root young people and their networks in relationships of curiosity and care with the outdoor environment.Eliya Lavine is the founder of Seed…
Sophie AinscoughJuly 12, 2022
Delivering informative, hands on activities for people with disabilities and providing information to make the outdoors more accessible.Alina Barone and Vika Gailte are the founders of Shamrock Squad SECTOR Disability…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverNovember 11, 2022
Problem The way maths is being taught in Ireland focuses on rote learning and memorisation, and there is causing a widening gap in the abilities and grades between high and…
Ciara FranckJuly 19, 2022
Empowering girls and young women so they feel welcome and supported in sports and physical activity.Niamh and Orna Murray are co-founders of Move2B SECTOR Children and Young People Education Health…
Sophie AinscoughJuly 12, 2022
A holistic approach to menstrual health education through body literacy and self-awareness.Paula Byrne is the founder of The Mindful Cycle SECTOR Children and Young People Health Education COUNTY Laois REGION…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverNovember 15, 2022
Bringing together the different stakeholders in the Irish textile ecosystem to create a supportive network, facilitating regenerative fibre systems based on local fibre, dyes and labour.Malú Colorín Cruz & Christina…
Eabha Harper-McKeeverOctober 20, 2022
TSLI is a social enterprise delivering pre-employment training and pathways to employment for people seeking asylum in Ireland and partnering with organisations for delivery.Gavin Timlin is the founder of TSLI…
Sophie AinscoughJuly 12, 2022
Positive Carbon works with hospitality businesses to reduce their impact on the environment through using its fully automated food waste monitoring technology. Aisling Kirwan and Mark Kirwan are co-founders of Positive…
Sophie AinscoughJanuary 10, 2022
Extern Problem Gambling Project (formally Problem Gambling Ireland) offers support to anyone effected by gambling addiction in Ireland through information, counselling and workshops.Barry Grant is the founder of Problem Gambling…
Sophie AinscoughJanuary 10, 2022
Sailing into Wellness is an educational and therapeutic sailing program designed to support participants to overcome both physical and mental challenges. Colin Healy and James Lyons are the co-founders of…
Sophie AinscoughJanuary 10, 2022
Property Marking Ireland is a community-based crime prevention initiative that supports individuals and councils to protect their property through training and technology. James O'Neill is the founder of Property Marking Ireland.…
Social Entrepreneurs IrelandDecember 6, 2021
GIY (Grow it Yourself) Ireland is non-profit social enterprise on a mission to encourage people from all walks of life and of all ages to grow their own food at…
Social Entrepreneurs IrelandDecember 6, 2021
AgriKids is a farm safety education programme aiming to engage, educate, and empower children to be farm safety ambassadors.Alma Jordan, Founder of AgriKids, a farm safety educational platform for children…
Social Entrepreneurs IrelandDecember 3, 2021
Eating Freely is the world's leading network of Emotional Eating, Binge Eating Disorder and Bulimia specialists.Emma Murphy is the founder and clinical director of Eating Freely ltd. SECTOR Health and…
Sophie AinscoughJanuary 10, 2022
Resources that support and promote bilingualism and multiculturalism. Problem Approximately 700,000 people in Ireland use more than one language on a daily basis (CSO, 2016). Over 100 different languages are…
Ciara FranckJuly 20, 2022
Education Desty aims to empower parents, carers and educators to support children to develop their self-confidence, social skills and emotional resilience.Stephanie O'Malley is the co-founder of Education Desty. SECTOR Education…
Sophie AinscoughJanuary 10, 2022
Helium Arts is an organisation with the aim of empowering children living with illness through their creativity and the arts, inspiring those who care for them and supporting creative healthy…
Bruno MarcorioMay 16, 2023
