What Is Social Enterprise

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If your organization is using innovative approaches to tackle social problems (regardless whether it is an earned income initiative), or operating a successful social enterprise, please take a moment to fill out this electronic form and upload a profile of your activities.

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Venture programmatically enhances mission (Venture is directly related to mission)
Venture is unrelated to mission but generates unrestricted income for the programs that do deliver on mission


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“The important thing is not being afraid to take a chance. Remember, the greatest failure is to not try. Once you find something you love to do, be the best at doing it.”

Debbi Fields, founder of Mrs. Fields Cookies


Welcome to The Gauge--Pittsburgh's best source for business networking, professional development, and idea sharing for social entrepreneurs, ventures and investors. We invite you to be a part of these vibrant bi-monthly forums dedicated to advancing social enterprise in this region. Click here for a complete schedule of Gauge events and sessions.


The Accelerator and Olszak Team Up!

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November Gauge:

Mix, Mingle, Meet!

Come and Celebrate a Successful '08 Gauge with the Accelerator Team.

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