Just yesterday, on Monday, June 11, 2013, the 2013 Echoing Green Fellows were announced. This SocialBusiness.org top list takes a look at some of those involved but also finalists from this year and fellows from other years. Echoing Green is an organization that involves a large number of social entrepreneurs, students and investors who are looking to innovation as a way to tackle social problems.
Here, rather than profile the Echoing Green Fellows themselves, that is, their educational track and inspirations, we look to the businesses, enterprises and organizations and see what they have done and also why those at the fellowship, which is quite competitive, were attracted to these individuals and their ideas in the first place.
13 Echoing Green Fellows
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Fresh Produce Papers
Fenugreen Keeps Fruits and Vegetables from Spoiling
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Weekly Aquaponic Deliveries
Blacktop Bloom is a Social Enterprise and Urban Farm
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Member-Driven Advocacy Organizations
The Community Alliance for the Ethical Treatment of Youth
10
Debt-Countering Start-up Apprenticeships
Enstitute Matches Young Entrepreneurs with Founders
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Incentive-Based Recycling Programs
Wecyclers Uses Text Messaging to Create an Eco Point System
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Women-Focused Health Technologies
Zubaida Bai's AYZH is an India-Based Social Venture
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Talent-Focused Education
The Amani Institute is a 2013 Echoing Green Fellowship Finalist
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Green Energy Upgrading Companies
'Effortless Energy' Invests in Homes and Shares in Savings
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Children's Disease Management Games
My Zoo Pets is a Finalist for the Echoing Green Fellowship
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Youth-Led Education Programs
CIYOTA's Benson Wereje is a 2013 Class of Echoing Green Fellow
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Teacher-Focused Literacy Programs
ConTextos is a Non-Profit Focused on Critical Thinking
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Lab School Networks
3.2.1. Education Foundation Hopes to Share Learnings
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Bond-Creating Community Networks
Leadership, Education and Athletics in Partnership is Holistic
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Exclusive Brand Ambassador Programs
Better for All Seeks to Promote More Eco-Friendly Practices
Elite Authenticator Programs
Vestiaire Académie Fights Counterfeit Goods with Specialized Training
Nature-Inspired Home-Cleaning Products
Grove Co. Collaborates with The Nature Conservancy
Designer-Forward Blanket Collections
In2Green Collaborates with Well-Known Artists and Designers
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Urban Bottle Sustainable Initiatives
Heineken Presents Fields Green With Grass, Not Glass
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Kind Gardening Pop-Ups
Mrs. Meyer's Compassion Store Trades Generous Acts for Garden Essentials
Playful Entrepreneurial Metaverses
e.l.f. UP! on Roblox Helps Gen Z & Gen Alpha Build Skills
Ambient Energy Harvesting Planters
This Hydroponic Planter System Encourages Interaction
Eco-Friendly Offices
Office@27 by Sanjay Puri Architects is Enhanced by Ancient Indian Principles
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Eco-Conscious Coffee Programs
Costa Coffee's Club Loyalty Scheme Rewards Eco-Minded Customers
Advanced Greenhouse Designs
BrightFarms Just Opened a New Greenhouse in Lorena, Texas
Beauty Innovation Contests
Estée Lauder Launches The Catalysts Program
Eco-Conscious Puzzle Games
Joe Jonas, Kwalee and PlanetPlay Promote Text Express: Word Adventure
Recyclable Apple Packaging Initiatives
Superfresh Growers Introduces a New Sustainable Packaging
Creativity-Centered Workshops
Gap's Workshop Initiative Empowers Local Makers in San Francisco
E-Commerce Recycling Programs
GUESS Launched GUESS Again in Partnership with SuperCircle
Clothing Buy-Back Programs
Eileen Fisher Revolutionizes Clothing Recycling with Renew Program
Fully Compostable Food Packaging
ETG ECO GREEN Unveils a New Line of 100% Compostable Products
Skateboarding-Inspired Wood Lamps
Blue Green Works Showcases its New Wood Lighting Installation
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
Branded Smoothie Collabs
Greenhouse Juice and Biossance Merge Health and Beauty
Autonomous Agricultural Robots
Chipotle Mexican Grill is Investing in Greenfield Robotics
Automaker-Backed Culinary Shows
Lexus Asia x Netflix Partner for The Maverick Academy Series
Remote Work-Catering Modern Homes
Studio Plow and Brit Epperson Creates a Workspace-Home
Diverse Community Creator Programs
The Champion Creators Program Harnesses Diverse Expression
Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Restaurants
The Green Vic is End-to-End Sustainable in London
Generative AI Healthcare Solutions
Light-It Group Debuts a New Chapter — Enlighten Ventures
Educational Fashion Partnerships
Louis Vuitton’s Design Graduates Initiative Shapes the Future
Aluminum-Packaged Hand Soaps
Grove Co. Debuted New Branding and Packaging
Eco-Friendly Pet Programs
Mars Petcare and Big Idea Ventures Launch a Sustainable Pet Food Program
Sustainable Agriculture Initiatives
Sadot Group Inc. Announced the 'Outgrower' Initaitive
AI-Powered Learning Platforms
Echo360’s AI-Powered EchoVideo Platform is Gaining Recognition
Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
Ooutliers Shares Insights From Successful Startups
Social Network-Encouraging Homes
Ignacio G Galán and OF Architects Design a Madrid Home
Business Founder Newsletters
The Solo Founder Newsletter Compiles the Top News and Inspiration
Healthcare Startup Accelerator Programs
Healthworx Partners with Highmark Inc. & LifeBridge Health
Educational Affordable Housing Initiatives
Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington is Uniting Youth
Women-Centric Accelerator Programs
Marshalls Has Introduced the Good Stuff Accelerator Program
Mobile Produce Markets
GROW-on-the-GO Nourishes Communities in Food Deserts
Beauty Innovation Funds
L’Oréal's Inclusive Beauty Fund Recipients Were Announced
Educational Food Insecurity Partnerships
Albertsons Companies Foundation Supports FCCLA
Compostable Berry Packaging Materials
The Elliott ECHO Pads are 100% Plastic-Free
Startup Networking Platforms
Foundity Connects Founders with Peers, Resources, and AI Tools
Nature-Inspired Multifunctional Speakers
MOSSLAB's Moss Echo Speaker Brings Nature into a Space
Digital Literacy Programs
Two Parkland Students Launch CLEO to Empower Seniors with Technology
UK-Based Dynamic Office Spaces
Edelman UK works with Gensler on the Francis House Workspace
Sustainable Funding Summits
Emerald Summit Connects Climate Innovators with Impact Investors
Environmental Sustainability Business Initiatives
Butterfly Pavilion Organized a Special Coalition
Clean Energy Battery Companies
Greenworks Group Has Been Featured in The Human Component
Collaborative Bright Office Spaces
Bespoke Only Designs Her New Spring Office Loft Space
Early-Stage Brand Programs
Fixer Advisory Group & Academia Cerebra Debut The Founders Program
Influencer-Led Livestock Campaigns
Jaxon and Lachlan Fairbairn Partner with Australian Good Meat
LGBTQ Employee Programs
Intuit India's Partnership with Leading With Pride Supports LGTBQ Workers
Friendship-Focused Election Campaigns
Flash Pack Has Introduced The Friendship Bus
Small Business Grants Program
eBay Kicks Off Its Fifth Annual Up & Running Grants Program
Immersive Language-Learning Apps
Travel Echo Helps Travelers Engage With Locals Abroad
Diversity-Promoting Beauty Campaigns
e.l.f. Cosmetics Releases a Thought-Provoking Message
Mental Well-Being Foundations
The AE Foundation Launched on World Mental Health Day
Floating-Style Classroom Designs
Ennead Architects & Rockwell Group Completes the Bloomberg Center
Beetle-Inspired Sustainable Planters
The Fog Smart Hydroponic Planter Leans on Biomimicry
Sustainable Future Contests
The Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest Empowers Young Minds
Forest-Protecting Fashion Brand Initiatives
Canopy Leads an Initiative To Save the Forests
Student-Specific Real-World Freelance Projects
Upwork Partners with Podium Education
Simple Satisfying Meal Kits
Green Chef x Emily Mariko Collaborated on Wholesome Premium Recipes
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Educational Agriculture Platforms
The Accountability Framework Initiative Emphasizes Ethics
Farming Investment Funds
Lotus Foods Secured Substantial Funding from Grounded Capital
Toxic-Free Election Challenges
Stonyfield Organic Addresses Both Environmental and Social Concerns
Farmer-Supporting Merch Ranges
This sweetgreen Merch Benefits the National Young Farmers Coalition
Accessible Cannabis Blends
Mellow Fellow Presents Itself as a Leading Figure in the Industry
Inclusive Social Housing Projects
Peris + Toral Arquitectes Design 85 Social Dwellings in Cornellà
Supportive Female Entrepreneur Scholarships
Swerve Boasts the Swerve(HER) Elevation Scholarship
Chance to win £10,000
Meet the Cornish upcycler inspiring people
Chronic Desease Advocacy Groups
A Coalition of Wellness Companies Form End Chronic Disease
Musician Mentoring Programs
The Gibson Generation Group Cultivates Youth Talent
Anniversary-Celebrating Nonprofit Partnerships
LILYSILK Engages in Philanthropic Partnerships
Tech-Focused Restaurant Councils
Lunchbox's Food Tech Council Consists of 15 Professionals
Marketing Mentorship Platforms
Sprout Social Launches as a New Business Mentorship Network
Entrepreneurial Mentorship platforms
GrowthMentor Connects Individuals for 1:1 Support
Eco-Friendly Artisan Markets
The ChoZen Artisan Market is a New Eco-Conscious Event in Sebastian
Eco Meal Program Initiatives
The Home Chef Food Rescue Program Redirects Surplus and Waste
Pioneering Podcast Creator Networks
Rich Roll is Launching a Network Called Voicing Change Media
Anniversary-Celebrating Educational Initiatives
Kleenex® Partners Jenna Bush Hager
Self-Expression Docu-Series
e.l.f. Beauty's Show Your(s)e.l.f Shares Stories of Bold Disruptors
Supportive Entrepreneurial Communities
The Zenpreneur Community Provides Resources and Support
LGBTQ Mentorship Programs
Queer Women of Esports Supports LGBTQ Gamers In Need of Mentoring
Expansive Inclusivity Initiatives
Boathouse Group Implements a Supplier Diversity Program
AI Boomer Mentor Programs
Eldera is Connecting Baby Boomers with Kids Who Need Mentors
Rwandan E-Bike Expansions
'Ampersand' Raised $19.5M to Expand its Business Operations
Urban Green Space Overhauls
Four of London's green spaces will receive a makeover
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Virtual STEM Fieldtrips
Panasonic, Katie Ledecky & Discovery Education Spotlight STEM Innovations
Network-Connecting AI Solutions
Village AI Connect with Your Network to Close Deals
Post-Launch Entrepreneurial Newsletters
One Year Wiser Interviews People One Year After Launch
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
Awareness-Raising Salad Bowls
The Smile Farms Bowl Honors Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Kindness-Promoting Flower Sharing Initiatives
Heirloom Roses Joins Growing Kindness Project
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Farm Leadership Programs
The National Farm Leadership Program Begins on January 27, 2025
Nutrition Brand Investment Rounds
Squared Circles Plans to Launch Five Brands in the Near Future
Intelligent Email Assistants
Echo Email is an AI Email Tool That Integrates in Your Inbox
Pre-Launch B2B Startup Apps
Faindrr Focuses on Growth and Connections Between new Startup Founders
Nourishing School Meal Programs
Farm Boy Has Launched the 'Nourish to Flourish' Initiative
Asian Designer Furniture Exhibitions
This Year's Emerge Exhibition Marks the Third Annual Showcase
QSR-Branded Educational Scholarships
Taco Bell Foundation Announces Its Live Más Scholarship
Environmental Sustainability-Focused Grants
Oatbox Has Introduced the Sprout of Audacity Grants
Incentivized Healthy Eating Programs
Merryfield Learn & Earn Program is Arriving at Earth Fare
Thought Leadership Assistants
Jessica By Queue Uses AI to Streamline Content Creation
Creative Hollywood-Themed Games
'Greenlight' Tasks Players with Pitching Ideas to Studio Heads
Sustainable Water Equity Funds
Candriam Unveils a New Water Conservation Fund for Businesses
Connective Daily Email Groups
Glory Morning Connects Like-Minded People Via Email
Membership-Based Community Engagement
The Lamp App Uses Technology to Promote Community Giving
Diversity-Promoting Digital Courses
The North Face Introduces the Allyship in the Outdoors Course
Charitable E-Bike Initiatives
Lectric Bikes Partnered with Mr. Beast to Give Away 600 Bikes
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
Entrepreneurial Journey Insights
Founder Folks Teaches You How Founders Launched Their Business
Youth-Focused Mentorship Programs
Career Accelerator Empowers Queer Youth in Career Advancement
Empowering Home Improvement Initiatives
Resurfacing Solutions Offers Mentorship & Ownership
Gen Z-Backed Eco Initiatives
The EPA Debuts a Youth Advisory Council to Address Climate Challenges
Acoustic LED Pendent Lights
Luxxboxx Presents the Vapor Echo LED Light for the Workspace
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Human-First Incubators
The With Life Cultivator Grow Organizations with a People-Centered Approach
Career-Navigating Mentorship Platforms
Meander Helps Everyone Thrive Professionally
Organically Shaped Furniture Capsules
Kelly Wearstler Deisgns the Echo Collection of Furniture
US Student Esports Programs
Gen.G Introduces The Next Gen Fellowship for US Students
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Connective Student Grad Apps
DevGrads Offers a How-To Guide for Graduates Looking for High Pay
Sustainability-Focused Land Awards
The 2024 Land Awards Recognized Five Projects & Two Individuals
Entrepreneur-Specific Global Hubs
Endeavor Has Launched a New Global Hub in London
Team-Based Wellness Challenges
Bright Break Enhances the Well-Being of Remote and Hybrid Employees
Youth-Focused Non-Profit Programs
In Tandem's Youth Voice Fellowship Offers Paid Opportunities
Community Cohesion-Promoting Grocery Campaigns
EDEKA Provides Insights of Neighborhood Relations
Weekly Finance Newsletters
Deelscoop Keeps Users Informed from Seed to Series D and Beyond
Educational Esports Endeavors
British Esports Debuts an Education Partnership with Level Infinite
Alumni-Celebrating Club Initiatives
BGC Canada Introduces Its Inaugural Alumni Hall of Fame