These London-based social enterprises attest to the idea that's constantly circulated that the United Kingdom is the hub of the social entrepreneurship. It's astounding to see the way that community and opportunity can sometimes go hand in hand. While the online social networking of social enterprise and social business is quite tight-knit and supportive, nothing truly beats the real thing, that is, having people around you that you can bounce ideas off of, get legitimate business advice from and, maybe, just keep it simple, take your mind off of your work and have a pint or two at a local British pub.
The ideas are there; just look at these London-based social enterprises and see how they make the local become global.
74 London-Based Social Enterprises
The United Kingdom is a Hub of For-Purpose Entrepreneurship:
Tiana Reid — Jan 13, 2013 — Social Good
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Fair-Trade Celeb Fashion
The Emma Watson 2011 People Tree Collection is Clothing With a Conscience
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Disabled Artisan Jewelry Collections
The People Tree Wheelchair Campaign with Bombolulu
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Explosive Ethical Jewelry
'peaceBOMB' Bracelets Embrace War-Inflicted Cities
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Ethical Engagement Rings
Ingle & Rhode Uses Conflict-Free Diamonds and Fair Trade Gold
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Olympic-Themed Artillery Bracelets
Peacebomb Upcycles Shrapnel from Laos into Jewelry
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Earthy Ethical Fashion
Emma Watson Launches Green-Chic Clothing Line With People Tree
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Charitable Coffee Shops
The Movement Cafe is an Artsy Space That Hosts Local Performers
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Well-Wasted Cuisine
FoodCycle Uses Surplus to Feed Local Communities
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Alternative Food Networks
The People's Supermarket Focuses on Community Development
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Vegan Brogue Shoes
Bourgeois Boheme Sells Ethical Footwear in a Range of Hip Styles
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Fair Trade Lifestyle Brands
People Tree is a Stylish Social Business Spearhead
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Wacky Wellness Organizations
Smoothie Bike Hire Takes a Pedal-Powered Approach to Positive Change
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Eco-Friendly Designer Chocolate
Divine Chocolate in Ghana Makes Sweet Fair Trade Treats
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Affordable Eco Fashion
'Pickled Green Clothing' Makes Sustainable Affordable Accessible
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Trash-Utilizing Umbrellas
The EcoBrolly Is A Recycled Newspaper Parasol
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Fashion-Savvy Adaptive Clothing
Xeni Designs Pieces That Flatter Rather than Frustrate
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Like-for-Like Businesses
'One' Products Fund Similar Items in the Developing World
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Pitch Black Dinners
'Dans le Noir' Lets You Eat in the Dark, Employs Blind Servers
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Neighborhood Crowdfunding Websites
Spacehive is a Fundraising Platform for Public Space Projects
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Eco Chic Lifestyle Magazines
'Positive Luxury' Helps Customers Make Ethical Fashion Choices
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Fair Trade Artwork
Ethical Art Supports Maasai Children in Need Through Education
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Explosive Suit Accessories
These 'PeaceBOMB' Cufflinks Will Blow You Away
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Digital Therapy Apps
Buddy is a Start-Up Supporting Health Services
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Fair Trade Underwear
Pants to Poverty is a Hip Social Enterprise That Raises “Underwearness"
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Creative Upcycled Festival Sites
Industrius is a Change Engine Transforming Waste in London
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Strategists for Change
Junxion Strategy offers Social Purpose and Sustainability Management
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Social Business Logistics
London-Based 'Connection Crew' Hires Ex-Homeless People
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Impact Measurement for Creatives
Design:Effect Offers Social Good Metrics for Crafty Entrepreneurs
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Social Innovation Habitats
The Hub Network Helps to Incubate Ideas for Change Around the World
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Fresh Perspective Posts
The Social Business Visit to the FoodCycle Cambridge Hub
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Creative Business Incubators
Cockpit Arts is a Social Enterprise for 'Designer-Makers'
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Collaborative Creation Gigs
Good for Nothing Brings People Together for Fast-Track 'Doing'
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Youth Development Programs
The Spring Project is a Radical Employment Effort in London
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Ethical Cocoa Gadget Helpers
The Divine Chocolate App Shares the Story of the Farmer-Owned Company
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Emissions-Free Delivery
GnewtCargo is a Logistics Organization Using an Electric Fleet of Vehicles
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Virtuous Event Celebrations
The 'A Good Week' Launch is on Its Way So Prep for Fun
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Ethical Interior Design
MUMO Gives Native Artisans the Opportunity to Preserve Their Culture
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Chic Fair Trade Clothing
Amana Provides Training and Jobs for Women in Morocco
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Social Responsibility Strategists
'A Very Good Company' Offers Communications for Positive Change
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Celeb Chef Apprenticeship Charities
Jamie Oliver's Fifteen Cornwall Blends Fine Dining & Education
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Purpose-Driven Printing Professions
Social Imprints Offers Employment to At-Risk Individuals
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Fearless Social Innovation Festivals
A Good Week Celebrates Bettering the World
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Self-Funded Artist Charities
Candid Arts Trust Supports Creators in London's Borough of Islington
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Virtuously Veritable Dining
The Hoxton Apprentice Serves Feel-Good Meals
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Healthy Community Sales
'A Moveable Feast' Focuses on Arabs & Bangladeshis Who Live in SW1, London
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Youth-Oriented Finances
MyBnk Teaches Money Management and Entrepreneurial Skills
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Chic Carbon Neutral Aqua Companies
Belu Water is an Ethical Bottled Brand in the UK
27
Accessible Loans
My Home Finance is a Deloitte Social Innovation Pioneer
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Altruism-Enabling Platforms
Eclectic Productions is a UK Social Enterprise With Inspiring Projects
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Social, Eco Mail
Pivotal Packaging Offers Supportive Job Opportunities and Greener Services
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Social Enterprise Financing
'Big Issue Invest' is a Social Business that Invests in Others
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Ethical Gastropubs
The Duke of Cambridge Serves Organic and Local Foods
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Innovative Training Centers
Striding Out Supports Young Social Entrepreneurs
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Ethical Ad Firms
Do Good Advertising is Socially and Environmentally Conscious
20
Social Change Investments
The Ethical Property Company Provides Affordable Offices
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For-Profit Social Bus Services
HCT Group is a UK Transportation-Providing Beneficial Business
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Fair Trade African Soda
Ubuntu Cola is a First for the United Kingdom
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Digital Rural Medicine
mDiagnostica Leverages Mobile Tech for More Efficient Healthcare
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Crowdsourced Peace-Promoting Anthems
Peace Mix UK is Creating a Unique Musical Opportunity
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Professional Couchsurfing Communities
Startup Stay Helps Entrepreneurs Find Easy Accomodations
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Pioneering Apprenticeship Programs
Fifteen Restaurant Offers Opportunities to Disadvantaged Youth
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Alternative Loan Products
Fair Finance Offers Affordable Banking to Urban Populations
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Life Lesson Gurus
The Amazings is a Social Enterprise Harnessing the Skills of Retirees
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Fair Trade Bulk Apparel
Epona Clothing Supplies Ethical Tees for Charities, Schools & Businesses
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Computer Cradle Campaigns
‘Saving Bletchley Park' is Restoring the Origin of the PC
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Socially Accessible Artwork
Art-Switch Lets Clients and Businesses Borrow First
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Community-Focused Palestinian Produce
Zaytoun Imports Organic and Fair Trade Products
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Technological Literacy Programs
‘121 Women and Computers' Teaches Valuable Employment
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Flying Pig Pitches
Good Deals UK Brings Unconventional Voting to the 2011 Social Finance Forum
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Social Business Info Portals
Via3 Offers Publicity and Networking for Ethical Companies
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Not-for-Profit Development Programs
ACT Training Services is a Social Enterprise for Professionals
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Community Enterprise Investors
Adventure Capital Fund Aims to Improve U.K. Neighborhoods
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Altruistic Apprenticeships
Capital Conflict Management is an Anti-Violence Initiative in the UK
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High End Fair Trade Quality Chocolate
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Anti-Theft Phone Cases
JOAN London Created an "Unsnatchable" Phone Case to Deter Thieves
Hands-Free Car Innovations
Ford Partnered with the British Deaf Association to Launch an Ad
Beer-Pouring Party Billboards
JUBEL Made a Billboard That Pours Pints Invites People in to Party
Indoor Organic Waste Gardens
The Conceptual BOSCH Eco-Hub by Batuhan Duran is Sustainable
Virtually Outfitted Landmarks
JD Sports Dressed Big Ben in a Nuptse 1996 Jacket by The North Face
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Purposeful Empowering Apparel
Living Life on Purpose: Connecting with Customers through Clothing
Collaborative Chunky Skate Sneakers
always do what you should do Joins adidas on the Superstar
Beautified Community Spaces
Sephora Canada's Beauty at The Bentway Revitalizes Outdoor Space
Diverse Sporty Apparel Collaborations
Liverpool FC Joins Converse on a Collaborative Capsule
Modern Retail Café Concepts
The EL&N Deli & Bakery Opens its Doors in Shaftesbury Capital
Consumption-Inspired Fashion Capsules
LOUTRE snd Dover Street Market Work on a New Capsule
Authenticity-Celebrating Swimwear Capsules
Kaitlyn Bristowe Collaborates with Londre on a New Line
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Sophisticated Men's Footwear
Crown Northampton is a Fifth-Generation Family-Wwned Business
Vibrant Pop-Up Galleries
Elizabeth Sutton Launches a Pop-Up Gallery and Studio in New York City
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
Exclusive Membership Club Openings
Soho House Will Open a New Location in London's Mayfair
Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
Pinterest's Possibility Place Immerses Guests in Inspiration
Interactive Play Experiences
LEGO's Superpower Academy Connects Families with the Power of Play
Pollution-Removing Murals
This Campaign Sucks by Dentsu Brings Awareness to London's Air Quality
Hands-Free Driving Campaigns
Ford UK's Social Campaign Shares Merch for the "Passenger Princess"
Record-Breaking Rental Pop-Ups
P2P Rental Platform By Rotation Has a Five-Storey Space in London
On-the-Go Coffee Bars
The Nespresso Bar Will Be Located at the Liverpool Street Station in London
Virtual Pub Museums
Heineken Pub Museums Spotlight Important Cultural Locations
Futuristic Residential Neighbourhoods
18 Blackfriars Road Boasts Vibrant Public Spaces
AI Startup Idea Generators
IdeaPicker Scours Reddit to Discover Your Next Big Idea
Remote Work-Catering Modern Homes
Studio Plow and Brit Epperson Creates a Workspace-Home
British Culture-Honoring Luxe Fashion
The Burberry Summer 2024 Range is Unveiled During LFW
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
Streetside Challenge Billboards
Gymbox Start Line Encourages Passersby to Try a Short Dash
Tree-Integrated Mysterious Art
Banksy Unveils a Mysterious Tree Mural in London's Finsbury Park
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Festively Branded Sweater Collections
Unilever and notjust Collaborated on Christmas Jumpers
Marketing Idea Generators
Thunderbucket Provides Marketing Ideas and Observations at Speed
Human Connection-Centric Campaigns
Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Celebrity Offspring Pop-Up Restaurants
Uber Eats Brings Brooklyn Beckham's Cooking to Your Door
Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
Ooutliers Shares Insights From Successful Startups
Found Objects-Formed Art Collections
LMU Joins Benchmark to Create the Aldgate Gold Project
Waste Tarp-Made Public Seating
The Membran Collective Joins the Urban Networks Project
Social Marketplace Updates
Instagram Launches a Marketplace to Better Connect Brands and Creators
Gen Z Anti-Loneliness Funds
Hinge Combats Loneliness for Gen Z - $1M Fund
Collaboration Retailer Bus Tours
SHEIN x Klarna 'In Pink We Trust' is Arriving in the UK
Co-Branded Digital Travel Hubs
The Corona Global Hub Spotlights Experiences Rooted in Nature
Idea Validating Platforms
HeadStarter Helps Entrepreneurs Discover If Their Idea Exists
Futuristic Vibrant London Apartments
2LG Studio Designs a Vibrant Apartment in East London
Community-Supporting Business Models
Ben & Jerry's' 'Linked Prosperity' Model Drives Positivity
UK-Based Esports Programs
British Esports and Sunderland College Debut an Educational Partnership
Startup Applicant Tracking Platforms
The 'Briteloop' Platform is Built for Small Businesses
Unashamedly Romantic Pop-Ups
Laura Ashley's Workshops Use Deadstock Fabric to Create New Totes
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Curved London Office Buildings
Foster + Partners Designs 50 Electric Boulevard in South London
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
Collaborative Bright Office Spaces
Bespoke Only Designs Her New Spring Office Loft Space
Charismatic Garden-Centric Homes
Surman Weston Creates the Peckham House in London
Startup Name Generators
FindName Suggests Countless Ideas to Help Name Your New Business
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
Social Connection Campaigns
Beavertown Brewery's Is This Seat Taken? Campaign Unites Strangers
Localized Enterprise Programs
Unilever Introduced a Suppliers’ Recruitment Drive in Thailand
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Boldly Designed Rentable Apartments
Linda Boronkay Highlights Boldness for the Sessile
Kindness-Promoting Local Business Markets
KIND Snacks hosts the KINDness Market in Toronto
Collaborative Social Networks
Peatch Makes it Easier for People to Connect and Work Together
British Highway-Inspired Fall Fashion
JORDANLUCA Presents a New Capsule for the FW23 Season
Office-Transformed Co-Living Spaces
HUB & Bridges Fund Management Present its Cornerstone Project
London-Exclusive Graphic Streetwear
BAPE Presents a New Collection of Apparel Limited to London
Content Creator News Sources
Creative Brew Offers Daily Insight and News for Content Creators
Law-Firm Office Interior Designs
Kin Designs the Office Interior for Law Firm Dentons
Pet Care Fellowship Programs
Royal Canin and Leap Venture Academy are Uplifting Startups
Chance to win £10,000
Meet the Cornish upcycler inspiring people
Sustainable Finance Accelerators
Commerzbank Taps Tenity for a New Sustainable Finance Accelerator
Artisan-Inspired Soda Flavors
The London Essence Company Crafted Sodas Come in Two New Flavors
Anniversary-Celebrating Nonprofit Partnerships
LILYSILK Engages in Philanthropic Partnerships
Sleek Fintech Office Designs
Universal Design Studio Creates the Copper Office in London
Socially Conscious Wine Producers
Lubanzi Wines Boasts a Range of Delicious Beverage Options
Sustainable Kids Cartoon Capsules
Primark & Disney Unveil a Collection Inspired by The Lion King
Re-Opening Historic Nightclubs
London's Printworks Will Be Re-Opening as an Event Space
Nature-Themed Modern Workspaces
The New Natwest Office in London Features Greenery Throughout
Marketing Mentorship Platforms
Sprout Social Launches as a New Business Mentorship Network
Local Retail-Championing Initiatives
The 'Reps are Local Too' Initiative is a Nationwide Movement
Meaningful Connection Platforms
Livebeam Wants to Connect Like-minded People in an Online Space
Mix Cultural-Inspired London Extensions
Collective Works Designs the Mid Terrace Dream in London
Broken Bike Lock Furniture
Design Students Showcase the People and Places Exhibition
Authentic Scottish Delis
The Shoap is London's First-Ever Scottish Deli
Entrepreneurial Mentorship platforms
GrowthMentor Connects Individuals for 1:1 Support
Supportive Women Entrepreneurial Tests
Entrepreneurial Potential Test for Women Has 20+ Questions
Effective Productivity Strategies
64Hacks Takes a Community-Driven Approach to Streamline Workflow
London-Based Garden Roofscapes
James Corner Field Operations Designs a Roof Garden in London
SaaS Influencer Marketing Tools
Beeing Social Launches 'Buzz Bee Buzz' for Influencer Marketing
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Sustainable Eurovision Capsules
LJMU Fashion Students are Designing a Sustainable Fashion Capsule
Mixed-Reality Treasure Hunts
EE is Kicking Off Its Inaugural Game Day with a Special Treasure Hunt
Supportive Entrepreneurial Communities
The Zenpreneur Community Provides Resources and Support
Entrepreneur Support Communities
Hustle Cafe is an Online Space for Founders to Connect and Grow
Beginner Business Wisdom
Beginner Maps Uses Insights From Experts to Help New Businesses Thrive
Filipino-Perspective City Campaigns
'Of Course, Hong Kong' Features Four Local Filipino Creators
Collegiate-Level AI Coaching
Omnic.ai Partners with the UK-Based Esports Youth Club
Professional Community Platforms
LinkedIn is Targeting Gen Z Professionals with its New Campaign
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Affordable Off-Brand Products
Unitas Launches a New Own Brand Label Called Local Living
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Network-Connecting AI Solutions
Village AI Connect with Your Network to Close Deals
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
Youth-Supporting Esports Opportunities
British Esports Launches the PUBG Mobile College Tournament
Connective Non-Profit Funding
Wingtap Connects Users with Charities in Need of Fund
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Pre-Loved Clothing Markets
Charity Super.Mkt Will Take Over Fenwick's on Bond Street
Virtual Entrepreneurial Workshops
autonom.me is Bridging the Gap Between Entrepreneurs and Makers
Emerging London Designer Exhibitions
POOR Collective Showcases the Powershift Exhibition in London
Niche Community Builders
Socially is the Community Builder Platform for Niche Creators Everywhere
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Refurnished Historic London Buildings
Wright and Wright Transforms the British Academy in London
Pre-Launch B2B Startup Apps
Faindrr Focuses on Growth and Connections Between new Startup Founders
Fostered Design Curations
Brompton Design District Unveil Conviviality: The Art of Living Together
Shanghai Marketing Office Refurbishments
Linehouse Renovates an Office for The Independents
Intellectually Stimulating Social Media
Maven Goes Back to Basics with Traditional Algorithms
Community Borrowing Apps
Borrow Encourages Neighbours to Interact and Share
Membership-Based Community Engagement
The Lamp App Uses Technology to Promote Community Giving
Archaeological Protection Initiatives
The Remains of the Curtain Playhouse are Uncovered in London
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
Entrepreneurial Journey Insights
Founder Folks Teaches You How Founders Launched Their Business
Expanding City Cycle Paths
London's Cycleway Network Now Extends 400 Kilometers
Design-Led Lifestyle Brands
The John Lewis Partnership Unveils a New Lifestyle Brand and Tote Bag
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
In-Person Community Builders
Spon Empowers People to Build Up Their Communities
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Collaborative Developer Hubs
DevBuddies is an Online Hub for Developers to Work on Projects
Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Unique Urban Event Hires
London is Renting Tube Stations, Cable Cars, and Piers for Private Hire
Creativity-Focused Online Networks
NOCK is an Online Network for Creatives to Collaborate
Community Cohesion-Promoting Grocery Campaigns
EDEKA Provides Insights of Neighborhood Relations
Educational Esports Endeavors
British Esports Debuts an Education Partnership with Level Infinite
Retail Giant Housing Developments
John Lewis Partnership Forms New Build-To-Rent Homes in Bromley