3 Decades of Impact: The Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship

Social entrepreneurs are not superheroes. They're people who encounter a problem they can no longer ignore and choose to act. Grounded in the everyday realities of their communities, they build solutions that work - not because they promise the 'next big tech', but because they respond to what people and markets actually need. Amid a year of profound disruption and geopolitical shifts, the Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship, in partnership with the World Economic Forum, has reimagined its models and pivoted to new opportunities to remain impactful. Their collective response reveals a sector in transition – one that is redefining sustainability through collaboration, adaptability and a renewed commitment to making society a better place. Over nearly three decades, the Schwab Foundation has built a global community of pioneering social innovators. By fostering a diverse and trust-based community, raising awareness of social innovation models, facilitating collaboration and partnerships, and providing capacity-building resources and learning opportunities, the foundation is committed to scaling social entrepreneurship and innovation worldwide.