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Articles, tools, and resources for organizations working on some of our toughest community, social, and environmental challenges.
No Space For Hate: Purppl Stands for Inclusion and SOGI
At Purppl, our mission revolves around nurturing a just and regenerative economy that benefits everyone, regardless of who they are, who they love or how they identify. Our vision is firmly rooted in principles that…
Impact & Leadership Development Program launches in Prince George
ILDP program offers coaching and support to Prince George-based social purpose organizations seeking to deepen community impact and strengthen financial sustainability. Alongside the Prince George Community Foundation and Interior Savings Credit Union, Purppl is excited…
A journey to raising investment while challenging Capitalism
“We can’t Capitalism our way out of Capitalism,” were my words to a Zoom room full of social purpose leaders this past spring while sharing about Purppl’s path to taking on investment. Capitalism is a…
Learning in Relationship Podcast: Interview with Andrew and Kelly
Being in relationship is the spark, the pax’t, as they say in the Syilx nsyilxcən language, that deepens our understanding and moves us forward to create a better future. Building and healing through respectful relationships…
Funding & Resources for Social Enterprises and Impact Organizations
ONGOING FUNDING Island Coast Economic Trust Capital and Innovation Program Invests in communities of all sizes to implement vital regional and community-based infrastructure to support sustainable economic diversification and growth that strengthens well-being. The program…
5 Indigenous Social Enterprises That Are Healing and Decolonizing the World
This National Indigenous History, we’re spotlighting 5 Indigenous social enterprises alongside whom we have the privilege to learn, grow and collaborate: Colouring It Forward, DEVA, IndigenEYEZ, Rad Relish and COYA Productions. Each of these incredible…
Take 10 to know them: Social impact leader Stacey Rexin of PACE in Penticton
This month’s feature is about Stacey Rexin, Operations Manager of Penticton and Area Cooperative Enterprises (PACE). Take a quick 10 to get to know this social entrepreneur! PACE creates employment opportunities for people living with…
Impact & Leadership Development Program launches for social entrepreneurs and impact leaders
ILDP program offers coaching and support to BC Interior-based social purpose organizations seeking to deepen community impact and strengthen financial sustainability. Alongside a coalition of impact-aligned partners in BC’s Interior, Purppl is excited to announce…
11 Ways Any Business or Organization Can Create Lasting Impact – From B Corps to Impact Measurement
In today’s world, creating a positive impact is not just a moral obligation, but an opportunity – and a competitive advantage. Customers, investors and employees expect businesses and institutions to go beyond profits and meaningfully…
Take 10 to know them: Spotlight on social impact leader Diana Frost, Colouring it Forward
This month’s featured Purppl Partner is Diana Frost, CEO/Founder at Colouring it Forward. Take a quick 10 to get to know this social enterprise leader! Colouring it Forward collaborates with Indigenous Artists and elders to…
Impact and Social Enterprise Jobs & Opportunities
Are you looking to make a positive impact through your everyday work? Impact and social enterprise jobs provide meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of our communities and their people. We’ve rounded up some…
Take 10 to know them: Spotlight on social impact leader Omar Yaqub, Islamic Family & Social Services
This month’s featured Purppl Partner is Omar Yaqub, Servant of Servants (ED) at Islamic Family & Social Services Association. Take a quick 10 to get to know this social enterprise leader! Islamic Family & Social…
Featured Client & Alumni Stories
Social Enterprise Profiles
Take 5 To Know Them, Our Spotlight on a Social Impact Leader
This month’s Purppl Partner is Naomi Woodland from the United Way British Columbia. Take a quick 5 to get to know this leader! Where do you consider “home”? Home is an interesting concept, my roots…
Social Enterprise Profile: Kamloops Music Collective
The Kamloops Music Collective is committed to building a vibrant and diverse music culture in Kamloops by offering music-based programs to youth in the community. Through their education and programs, the Kamloops Music Collective inspires…
Social Enterprise Profile: Trellis
Trellis is an online platform that enables charities and non profits to showcase their impact and raise funds from their donors. Their software allows fundraising professionals and their donors the ability to simply create and…
Social Enterprise Profile: Elevation Outdoors
Elevation Outdoors is focused on breaking down barriers and helping young people find a passion to help them lead a healthy, happier life. Since their inception they have expanded their program offering to include snowboarding,…
Social Enterprise Profile: OGO Car Share Co-op
OGO Car Share Co-op is a social enterprise that launched in 2013 that gives Okanagan drivers a more affordable and environmentally responsible transportation option. Take a look at what Executive Director Christian Brandt had to…
Social Enterprise Profile: Clubhouse
NAME OF COMPANY: The Clubhouse Child Care Center TYPE OF ORGANIZATION: Registered Charity HEADQUARTERS: Kelowna NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES: 50 YEAR FOUNDED: 1996 THE PROBLEM: Children often do not get enough outside time for play and…
