Are you feeling overwhelmed with the number of grant proposals that you are writing or the hours that you are logging planning yet another special event? Have you ever wondered about a better way? Non-profits outside the US have relied on “social enterprise” or earned income for years. In fact, very little of their funding comes from grants, special events, or traditional philanthropy. The concept of earning your own income provides non-profits with three advantages – a solid strategic business plan for operations, a sustainable source of revenue, and unrestricted funds. This presentation covers the basics of social enterprise.