A social enterprise or social business is defined as a business that has specific social objectives that serve its primary purpose. These organisations seek to maximize profits while maximizing benefits to society and the environment. Their profits are principally used to fund social programs.
They exist at the intersection of the private and volunteer sectors. They seek to balance activities that provide financial benefits with social goals, such as providing housing to low-income families or job training.
Whether you are at the start-up phase or seeking to develop your social enterprise, we are here to help.
In particular, the Dublin City Social Enterprise Awards was established by Inner City Enterprise (ICE) and Dublin City Council with the support of the Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Dublin City in 2015., as these partner organisations recognised a gap in the market for small flexible grants to kick-start the creation or development of enterprises in Dublin City. For this reason, each year since 2015, a fund of €50,000 has been distributed among innovative social enterprises.
Moreover, both the programme and competition are aimed at increasing awareness of the important contribution that social enterprise makes to building communities and in creating employment, in addition to developing the skills of the participants who get involved. Lastly, the awards granted to the successful applicants will also allow them to further develop their plans and activities and bring the benefits of their social enterprise to more individuals and communities.
“Stepping Up: Stepping Out & Empowerment” Date: Thursday 12th September 2024 Time: 10am – 12.30pm (Registration from 9:30am) Venue: The Maldron Hotel, Whitestown Way, Tallaght, Dublin, D24 XC9W Cost: €20 (light lunch included followed by networking) “Stepping Up: Stepping Out & Empowerment” is an inspiring event bringing together successful entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and innovative thinkers to …
€2m ‘Growing Social Enterprise’ capital support scheme launched On 24th July, The Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys TD announced the new €2m Dormant Accounts Funded ‘Growing Social Enterprise fund’. This fund will provide capital grants of between €1,500 and €100,000 to social enterprises to assist them to achieve their social, environmental or economic …
3rd intake of the Programme will run from from Wednesday, 12th June till Wednesday, 26th June with two in-person training days in Cork City. We are pleased to announce the launch of the 3rd intake of our SEER Programme. The SEER Programme is an intensive Start Your Own Business course designed for young adults from …
Call for Applications for the 2024 Dublin City Social Enterprise Awards Download the application form here Submit this completed application form along with supporting documentation to lauradennehy@innercityenterprise.com The Awards The Dublin City Social Enterprise Awards aim to support social enterprise creation and development in Dublin City. The awards programme provides grants, mentoring, promotion, and other supports …
2nd intake of the Programme will run from Thursday 11th April till Tuesday 23rd April with 2 in-person days taking place in Wicklow Town. We are happy to share new start date and place for our upcoming SEER Programme. SEER Programme is a FREE two week course that offers an strong foundation for young potential …
The ICE Team are delighted to welcome our new Programme Coordinator – Laura Dennehy. With over 18 years experience in the community and social entrepreneurship sectors, Laura brings with her a passion for leadership development and creating positive social change. Previously Laura has worked for Foróige in several roles, including, Youth Worker, Youth Justice Project …
Inner City Enterprise is pleased to announce the launch of a new NEIC Kickstart Entrepreneurship Programme. The NEIC Kickstart Entrepreneurship Programme initiative in partnership between TU Dublin GROWTHhub, the Dublin NEIC Task Force, Inner City Enterprise, the Open Doors Initiative, and Dogpatch Labs. NEIC Kickstart is a 10 week programme that offers an opportunity for …
Launch of the NEIC Kickstart Entrepreneurship Programme Read More »
A fantastic evening last week with thanks to Christine Meehan CHI, Hugh Fitzmaurice Clarity Coach and our 2 inspirational speakers ICE clients Bridget Bowe Creative Events and Cristina Lopez Graphic Designer Buboa Designs. We’ve all got the entrepreneurial gold inside!. If we tap into it, just take one step to move forward, feel the fear …
Collaboration event with ICE and Co-operative Housing Ireland Read More »
Happy National Women’s Enterprise Day !!Let us proudly feature today a few our amazing clients: Viorica, Beatrice, Bridget and Miriam. 🌟 Viorica Caraus – Personal Stylist.I have an extensive experience of 11+ years in Fashion Retail, had an opportunity to work and manage different brands, including Kurt Geiger, Kipling, Victoria Beckham, APM Monaco and Michael …
We’re excited to tell you about our latest initiative – the Walk-in Enterprise Support Service. It’s here to assist you in taking your first step toward starting a business. Drop in to meet our ICE Advisor any Tuesday Morning from 9am-1pm in the The Education and Training Hub in St. Andrews Resource Centre, Dublin 2. To …
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