Research Guides: CESR 4005 Business Solutions for the Developing World: Social Entrepreneurship Organizations

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Creating Good Work by Ron Schultz (Editor)
The bible for social entrepreneurs in which experts in the field of social entrepreneurship share their experience, knowledge and wisdom. This book recounts the stories of some of the most successful social entrepreneurial programs operating today, with real life examples of how they overcame both physical and societal barriers to create a lasting impact on the world.

Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship
The Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship identifies a select community of social entrepreneurs and engages it in shaping global, regional and industry agendas that improve the state of the world in close collaboration with the other stakeholders of the World Economic Forum. Look at the Publications section of the web-site for advice on leading, scaling, and investing in social entrepreneurial projects.
SEED Initiative
SEED is a global partnership for action on sustainable development and the green economy. Look at the Policy and Research and Publications Sections. The Case Studies under Publications are great examples of how to tell a compelling story about the impact of a project.
Stanford University’s Entrepreneurship Corner
Stanford University’s Entrepreneurship Corner offers 3000 free videos and podcasts, featuring entrepreneurship and innovation thought leaders. Browse the topic Social Entrepreneurship.
Stanford University - The Center for Social Innovation (CSI)
The Center for Social Innovation at Stanford University and the Alumni Consulting Team have identified resources for nonprofit and social-purpose organizations.
Social Enterprise Alliance
seToolbelt is an open content resource hub that helps social entrepreneurs plan, launch, manage, and grow successful social enterprises.