Top California Social Impact Startups (388)

We deliver industry-vetted courses and career support centered on the needs of first-generation and low-income students. Our students train with senior engineers, intern at top companies, and rise together to become the tech leaders of tomorrow. Breaking into the tech industry requires a number of factors: industry-relevant knowledge, connections, specific hard and soft skills, an understanding of how to navigate the...

Academia.edu is the world’s leading platform for researchers and scholars to share their work, discover research and connect with fellow academics globally. Our bold vision: to democratize and accelerate the world's research, enhancing the speed of scientific discovery and technological progress for the benefit of everyone. We imagine a world where accessing academic papers is effortless, keeping track of cutting-edge...

Revivn is a fully integrated hardware lifecycle solution, promoting global responsibility while providing IT with enterprise-class service and security. Working with companies like Instacart, Lyft & Teach for America we are changing the way companies view old technology with a new model that focuses on repurposing electronics. In partnering with Revivn, companies make the vital choice to responsibly retire, repurpose,...

At Agile Six. we use modern technology and user-friendly, inclusive design to build better government services for everyone. Agile Six is a people-first, remote-work company that serves shoulder-to-shoulder with federal agencies to find innovative, human-centered solutions. We build better by putting people first. We are animated by our core values of Purpose, Wholeness, Trust, Self-Management and Inclusion. We deliver our solutions...

We empower districts with accredited middle and high school original credit, credit recovery, and multilingual courses that meet the needs of today’s learners and educators. Our platform was built from the ground up based on extensive feedback from educators and team members who understand firsthand the challenges of teaching today's digital-native students. Teachers told us they needed better ways to...

At XPRIZE, every employee knows they are making a positive impact on the world. XPRIZE conceives, designs, and operates the world’s largest, most inclusive, and most ambitious incentive prize competitions. We inspire and guide innovators to create breakthroughs enabling a future of abundance.

The Fleet Science Center connects people of all ages to the possibilities and power of science to create a better future through interactive exhibits, immersive experiences, and educational programs.

Mercy For Animals is an international nonprofit animal protection organization founded in 1999. Its mission is to end the exploitation of animals for food, specifically targeting industrial animal agriculture, aquaculture, and fishing. The organization works to eradicate cruel food systems and replace them with sustainable, compassionate alternatives through proactive consumer education initiatives, cruelty investigations, corporate outreach, and legal advocacy.

The Cancer Research Institute (CRI) is a New York City–based nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing cancer immunotherapy. Founded in 1953, it funds scientists and researchers, supports clinical-trial networks, and promotes global collaboration and shared data to accelerate discoveries from fundamental immunology through clinical translation. Its mission is to help turn breakthrough science into life-saving treatments and create a world immune...

Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) is an independent nonprofit analysis and advisory organization focused on climate finance and policy. It helps governments, businesses, and financial institutions drive economic growth while addressing climate change. Founded to support nations building low-carbon economies, CPI develops and applies research on climate, energy, and land-use policies, helping decision-makers design and implement effective solutions worldwide through evidence-based...

CollegeSpring is a nonprofit post-secondary readiness organization that partners with schools, districts, and community organizations to deliver teacher-led, in-school test preparation. Its programs support SAT, ACT, and TSIA2 readiness while strengthening English, math, writing, test-taking, and goal-setting skills. Serving students impacted by poverty nationwide, CollegeSpring uses trained teachers, a learning management system, and data-rich analytics to expand college and career...

Envision Education's mission is to transform the lives of students - especially those who will be the first in their family to attend college - by preparing them for success in college, career, and life. This mission is grounded in the urgency to create opportunities for first-generation college-going students, so that they have access to an education that will fundamentally...

The University of San Francisco is a private Jesuit university located in San Francisco, California, committed to providing a liberal education rooted in the Jesuit tradition and developing compassionate leaders through rigorous education and impactful research.

Joybound People & Pets is a non-profit organization headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA, dedicated to inspiring and nurturing the human-animal bond. They facilitate pet adoptions and provide a wide array of support services, including veterinary care, training, and community solutions, to help both people and animals find greater connection, health, and joy.

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers is a patient-focused health care organization that provides, protects, and supports sexual and reproductive health services, access, and rights. It serves as a leading provider, educator, and protector of reproductive health care in the St. Louis region, Missouri Ozarks, and beyond, offering high-quality, convenient health care for all genders with or without insurance.

After-School All-Stars, Los Angeles (ASAS-LA) is a leading after-school program provider that educates, enlightens, and inspires thousands of students each day through after-school activities centered on academic support; health, fitness, and nutrition; the visual and performing arts; and youth leadership and community service learning.

The California Tribal TANF Partnership (CTTP) empowers Native American families towards self-sufficiency by providing temporary financial assistance, educational training, career opportunities, and supportive services, often incorporating tribal cultures and wellness.

ATTN: is the leader when it comes to breaking down important societal topics across all platforms and reaching people who want context on the issues and conversations that matter to them.

Accion Opportunity Fund Community Development (AOFCD) is a Treasury-certified Community Development Financial Institution that makes loans to small businesses lacking affordable credit from traditional sources, particularly businesses owned by people of color and people with low or moderate incomes. Through Accion Opportunity Fund, entrepreneurs can also access free business advising, education, and support to build resilient businesses and expand economic...

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego Changes Lives through quality youth programs and guidance in a safe, affordable, and fun environment. Great futures have been starting here for over 80 years. We serve kids of ages 5-18 with academic success, character development, and healthy lifestyles programs at 23 community-based sites county-wide. We are making a difference in the lives...