MaRS believes that social enterprises are essential to support our community and economy. So we’re proud to be a funding partner (along with 11 other organizations) of the Enterprising Non-Profits Toronto (ENP-TO) awards.
I was there last week when the cheques were handed out — $100,000 to 16 organizations in all — and, I’ll tell you, there was an energized buzz in the room.
This program helps MaRS learn about the emerging social enterprise sector while helping pilot programs do good. The recipients were genuinely touched to receive their grants; it has been a struggle for many of these folks for a number of years. I’m proud that MaRS not only financially supports these awards but also offers advisory services to give the winners the greatest chance of success.
Mayor Miller was on hand and spoke of his support of ENP and the benefits of the enterprising non-profits program for our City. And by the way, the Mayor is looking fine: passed the cheese and settled for grapes!
And the winners are (drumroll please…) :
… to name a few. For a complete listing of all recipients and their programs visit ENP-TO at www.socialinnovation.ca/enp