For over a decade, Causeartist has published the annual Social Entrepreneurs to Watch list. If you know a founder building a real solution, put them on our radar.
What is Causeartist Next?
Causeartist Next is our annual list of social entrepreneurs building companies that put impact next to profit, not behind it. We cover founders creating practical solutions across climate, food, health, education, financial inclusion, ethical supply chains, and more.
Who should be nominated?
- Founders, co founders, or executive leaders of an impact startup or social enterprise
- Companies with a clear product, real customers or deployments, and measurable outcomes
- Early to growth stage teams, including nonprofits with an earned revenue model
- Leaders doing the hard work in unglamorous places like infrastructure, logistics, affordability, and access
What we look for?
- Problem clarity: The issue is specific and well understood
- Solution quality: The product is real, usable, and differentiated
- Evidence: Traction, pilots, outcomes, partners, or revenue
- Integrity: Transparent claims, no greenwashing, no vague metrics
- Scalability: A model that can grow without breaking the mission
- Story: A founder journey that teaches something useful
Frequently asked questions
Is nomination required to be included?
No. We also source founders through interviews, research, and referrals. Nominations help us find people we might miss.
Do you charge to be featured?
No. If someone asks you for money to get on the list, it is not us.
Can I nominate myself?
Yes. Self nominations are welcome and encouraged. 😀
When does the 2026 list publish?
Deadline for nominations is January 20th. We publish in early February and share the list for all of 2026 via our website, newsletter, and social accounts.
If you have any other questions feel free to contact us.
