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21 Athletic Social Innovations

From Health Hubs to Sustainable Surf Gear

— June 13, 2013 — Social Good
In many ways, athletic social innovations make sense as they meld something that many social enterprises and social entrepreneurs like to keep on their agenda: health. For instance, SocialBusiness.org spoke to the American Operations Director of Kourage Athletics, a social business that creates sportswear for men and women in a way that emphasizes the environment as well as fair trade and safe working environments -- and not to mention the importance of an active lifestyle.

From healthy happiness hubs to sustainable surf gear and accessible yoga classes, these athletic social innovations aren't simply about selling products. Some of them attempt to be more all-encompassing in their community work, like the 13th Theatre Company, which works on youth development.
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Bond-Creating Community Networks
Bond-Creating Community Networks
Leadership, Education and Athletics in Partnership is Holistic
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Accessible Athletic Classes
Accessible Athletic Classes
Yoga To The People Operates On Donations
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Community-Serving Shorts
Community-Serving Shorts
Streaker Sports Supports Programs in Local Underserved Areas
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Sports Uniting Enterprises
Sports Uniting Enterprises
StreetFootballWorld Connects Social Businesses Worldwide Via Soccer
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Heat-Providing Polos
Heat-Providing Polos
Inch-for-Inch Donates Insulated Materials to People Living in Cold Regions
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Healthy Happiness Hubs
Healthy Happiness Hubs
'Social adVentures' Supports the Community Through Enjoyment
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Healthy Community Sales
Healthy Community Sales
'A Moveable Feast' Focuses on Arabs & Bangladeshis Who Live in SW1, London
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Fair Trade Sports Gear
Fair Trade Sports Gear
Handmade DOSTI Soccer Balls Employ Afghan Women
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Indoor Sports Social Enterprises
Indoor Sports Social Enterprises
Adrenaline Alley Gets Young People Together with Fun and Media
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Dramatic Social Enterprises
Dramatic Social Enterprises
13th Theatre Company Uses the Performing Arts to Build Confidence
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Eco-Certified Athletic Balls
Eco-Certified Athletic Balls
Fair Trade Sports is a North American Purpose-Driven Company
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Economically Viable Vehicles
Economically Viable Vehicles
The Project Rwanda 'Coffee-Bike' Offers Farmers Affordable Transports
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Sustainable Surf Gear
Sustainable Surf Gear
The Patagonia R1 Wet Suit is Designed from Recycled Material for Warm Water
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Eco-Friendly Surfboard Bags
Eco-Friendly Surfboard Bags
RareForm Makes Unique Action Sports Accessories from Billboards
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DIY Nonprofit Water Bottles
DIY Nonprofit Water Bottles
Aquavation Supports Social Organizations Through Design
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Compostable Cloths
Compostable Cloths
'Go! Towel' is an Anti-Bacterial Product Made of Bamboo Fiber
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Rebranded All-American Sportswear
Rebranded All-American Sportswear
READ WALL is Expanding to Include More Stylish Menswear Pieces
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Kenyan Running Apparel
Kenyan Running Apparel
Kourage Athletics Supports Livelihoods Through Job Creation
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Wacky Wellness Organizations
Wacky Wellness Organizations
Smoothie Bike Hire Takes a Pedal-Powered Approach to Positive Change
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Global Street Art Sneakers
Global Street Art Sneakers
BucketFeet Shoes Support Artists and Empower Children
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Creative Agencies for Good
Creative Agencies for Good
Advertising for Humanity Offers Marketing for Nonprofits
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