Social Enterprise Greenhouse is creating a more just, equitable and resilient economy through social impact business.
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2024 Impact Showcase
Join us at the Rhode Island Impact Business Showcase – an exclusive event spotlighting the achievements of recent SEG program participants. Experience live pitches from 6 Impact Accelerator entrepreneurs, and explore 40+ demo booths featuring entrepreneurs, businesses, and nonprofits.
Celebrate with us at Farm Fresh RI on May 16th from 6 PM-9 PM.
Lending Resource Panel
Join the Community Navigator Pilot Program for the upcoming Lending Resource Panel. Hear tips and insights on how to secure funding for your small business from local lending experts.
Experts will share strategies on how to become lender ready for our upcoming Lender Matchmaking Event in May. The Lending Resource Panel will take place on April 25th at 6PM at Booth On Main.
SEG Appoints 2 New Board Members
SEG appointed two new members to our Board of Directors this past February. We are delighted to welcome Kelly Stone, Director of the Ryan Incubator at Providence College and Jim Cohill, Director of Business Banking for New England at Citizens.
Kelly Stone previously served as SEG's CEO and Jim Cohill has been an active member of the SEG Loan Committee since 2022.
SEG Launches Grow Woonsocket
On February 29th SEG launched our Grow Woonsocket Initiative at the Woonsocket Community Education Center.
Grow Woonsocket supports local business leaders, nonprofits, and aspiring entrepreneurs to achieve economic prosperity through business ownership. provides local business owners, nonprofits, and aspiring entrepreneurs with no cost, one-on-one tailored assistance and pathways to achieve profitability and sustainability.
Our Network
SEG is a network of more than 1000 enterprises and over 200 business and community leaders who contribute time, expertise and funding to grow social impact ecosystems in Rhode Island and beyond.
Our Programs
Work with a cohort as you progress through the life cycle of your business.
Unsure which program is right for you? Our matching tool can help!
Ideator
Have an idea you want to explore but not sure how to go about it? Develop and validate your idea with support in our Ideator.
Incubator
Ready to get started but need some help? Our Incubator will guide you through the basics to launch your social enterprise!
Accelerator
Already up and running and ready for the next step? Scale your social enterprise with expert support in our Accelerator program!
Our Services
Learn, grow, and connect at any point in your entrepreneurial journey.
Peer Support
Learn, exchange ideas, and connect with other founders in our monthly roundtable format.
Loan Fund
Access loans to support the growth of your venture, with expert advising included.