This Week in Social Entrepreneurship

Adventures in New Giving is in New York City right now from July 12th through the 17th connecting with local supporters. Nathaniel was able to make this tour possible through his campaign on StartSomeGood, which raised $10,191 from 150 backers. On July 14th, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM EST Nathaniel plans to hold the Local New Giving Summit. Interested in volunteering for or attending the summit? Check out Nathaniel’s website or contact the facilitators.
GOODmaker and Echoing Green want to know, “How would you spend $1,000 to build deeper relationships with the community you most want to serve?” Submit your idea and enter the Connect with Your Community Challenge presented by Echoing Green.
If you are a young and passionate social entrepreneur who needs some help putting your project into action then Vibewire has the resources you need. Three young changemakers working on community-based projects in Sydney will receive a mentor, access to skill workshops, and a workspace to help them organize their project. Make sure to apply before July 31st.
Spark: Her is recruiting young diverse professionals for a fellowship program that will encourage participants to work together to implement a global campaign promoting women social entrepreneurs. This is a can’t miss opportunity for women social innovators so make sure to apply before the July 15^th deadline.
Londoners, the Hub Breakfast Talk: Crowdfunding for Good on July 17th at 9 AM in London. Don’t miss this opportunity to see Alex, our co-founder, discuss what he’s learned about what it takes to succeed. You can pre-order your ticket now on the Eventbrite page!
Hey, what’s the big idea? Let NPR know by entering your big idea into its video contest by August 12th. All it takes is a good idea, here’s your chance to change the world.

Rachael Casagrande

I am currently working towards a BS in Information Design and Corporate Communication at Bentley University. Before college, I hadn’t any idea where I wanted life to take me so I decided to just let the wind blow me around a bit. The following summer, I shipped myself off to Romania through Learning Enterprises where I volunteered running English camps. The children I met there made me realize how much just one hello, one meal, or one hug can really grow change in someone’s life. After coming back to the US I’ve been keeping myself busy working odd jobs, studying and taking every opportunity I can to mesh my business degree with my love for positive change.