Funding social entrepreneurs: why it's time to think local
Local social entrepreneurs can bring real change to their communities but face systemic challenges regarding funding. A new approach could change that.
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Local social entrepreneurs can bring real change to their communities but face systemic challenges regarding funding. A new approach could change that.
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