Thank you to all membersfor your continuous support of the Caring Company Scheme (referred to as “the Scheme”). The Scheme for this year will be accepting applications from companies / organisations starting today until 6pm on 8 Oct. Nominators can now utilise the new online application system to send nomination invitations to your community partners and fill out the relevant forms. We are grateful for the active participation of all organisations. Not only are you acting as nominators, but you are also the “information bridge” for applicants, effectively supporting your community partners and promoting long-term partnership. You are our key partners in promoting a culture of care and sustainable development in society. Through your networks and influence, you can effectively encourage more companies/organisations to participate, foster long-term strategic partnerships, expand the social impact of the Scheme together, and help create greater social value with us. To assist nominators in fully understand the latest content and application procedures of the Scheme, we cordially invite your organisation to send representatives to a special online briefing session designed specifically for Nominators. Event Details: Target Audience:  Charitable organisations interested in becoming nominators Date:  23 July 2025 (Wednesday) Time:  2:30 PM to 4:00 PM Format:  ...

The Caring Company Scheme ("the Scheme") is open for applications from now until 6PM on 8 October 2025. The new online application system ("the System") is now fully operational. Companies and organisations applying for the Caring Company or Caring Organisation Logos (“Applicants”) can submit their applications through the system. Nominators can also easily nominate their partners to participate in the Scheme through the system. The application form consists of 2 parts: 1) Form A: Community Partnership To be jointly completed by the applicant and their nominator. The applicant needs to mutually confirm at least 2 out of the 5 criteria with the nominator. These criteria include Volunteering, Giving, Mentoring, Employing the vulnerable, and Procurement of products or services. 2) Form B: Sustainability This section is to be filled out by the applicant. They need to answer questions related to the practice of sustainable development work by the company/organisation, covering 4 areas: social, economic, environmental sustainability, and partnership. The scheme localises international sustainable development standards, setting a basic threshold for “Caring for Society” standard. Please note that once the above two forms are confirmed and submitted, no modifications can be made. Please ensure that all information provided is accurate. Online Payment of Application Fee ...

The SE Directory, managed by The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS), has released its 2024/25 Social Enterprise (SE) survey. As of 30 Apr 2025, a total of 547 social enterprise units are listed in the SE Directory. The survey highlights the resilience of SEs in navigating economic challenges while steadily advancing social inclusion. According to the data provided by SE units, only 30% of the SE units achieved a profit last year, with the remainder either breaking even or recording losses. Despite the tough business environment, nearly 90% of SE units remain committed to their core social missions while over 75% of them expressed their determination to continue investing resources in business development to drive sustainable social impact. Nonetheless, approximately 20% of SE units wished to obtain more direct financial support, such as rent subsidies or other funding schemes. SEs commit to support disadvantaged communities and promote social inclusion. According to the survey, nearly 60% of the SEs have employed disadvantaged individuals over the past year, with these employees accounting for almost 40% of the SEs’ total workforce. This not only provides employment opportunities for disadvantaged communities but also aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ...

The Caring Company Scheme (the "Scheme") has completed the first phase of revamping process. The new participation standards encompass more sustainable development elements, including societal sustainability, economic sustainability, environmental sustainability, and partnership. It aims to align with market trends and address societal demands for sustainability. Additionally, it seeks to localize international sustainable development standards with the goal of continuing to lead stakeholders further along the path of sustainability.  To assist companies/organisations in better understanding the details of the application form and filling guidelines, three capacity-building workshops will be held in June, providing detailed explanations on the form content regarding social, economic and environmental sustainability will be held in June. We sincerely invite interested parties to participate. Details are as follows: Theme Social Sustainability Economic Sustainability Environmental Sustainability Date 19 June 2025 (Thur) 20 June 2025 (Fri) 27 June 2025 (Fri) Time 4:00-6:00 pm Format In Person Language Cantonese Venue Dream Impact 夢創成真 Unit C, 4/F, 760 Cheung Sha Wan Rd, Lai Chi Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong Rm 202, 2/F, Duke of Windsor Social Service Building, 15 Hennessy Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong Inno Network 知創空間  1/F, HKPC Building, 78 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong Registration Deadline 13 June 2025 (Fri) ...

《社企指南》 由香港社會服務聯會所營運的《社企指南》，羅列不同社會企業（社企）的資料供公眾查閱，讓企業及大眾認識更多本地社企產品及服務。《社企指南》獲香港特別行政區政府支持及認可，是各政府部門、公營機構、企業及院校履行責任採購的重要參考資料。 列載於《社企指南》的社企涵蓋不同業務性質。歡迎利用《社企指南》網上搜尋器，隨時隨地搜尋所需的產品及服務。 SE Directory Managed by The Hong Kong Council of Social Service, the Social Enterprise Directory (SE Directory) facilitates public access to social enterprise (SE) information in Hong Kong, aiming to promote their products and services to a wider audience. The SE Directory is supported and recognised by the HKSAR Government. It also has long been serving as an important reference material for advocating responsible consumption across government departments, public organisations, corporations and educational institutions. The SEs listed in SE Directory cover a wide range of business natures. You are welcome to search for SE products and services through SE Directory online search engine anytime, anywhere. 於2025年3-4月加入《社企指南》的社企單位 SE Directory newly-joined SE units in March - April 2025 社企單位名稱Name of SE unit 簡介Introduction 社企同行有限公司 Joy Connect 更多詳情 More details 社企同行（Joy Connect）是一間社會責任活動策劃公司，以實用又有趣的方式，協助企業及機構連結社會，配合其品牌理念和特色，實踐CSR、ESG及SDGs。當中包括企業義工活動，員工培訓等，創造共享價值，增強員工歸屬感，並關顧在職照顧者的需要，讓他們感受到關懷與支持。  Joy Connect is a company providing CSR, ESG solutions. Through creative and practical approaches, they assist companies and organisations to achieve CSR/ ESG/ SDG with brand values and features. By tailor-made programmes such as corporate volunteer day and staff training, they create shared value, enhance employees’ sense of belonging and provide care and support for working carers. 歡迎加入《社企指南》 如你的業務同時具有「社會」及「商業」目標，致力以商業手法協助解決社會問題，歡迎加入《社企指南》，讓企業及大眾認識你的產品及服務。 申請加入《社企指南》不但免費，更全年接受申請。有關申請準則及遞交文件清單，可按此瀏覽。 我們期待收到你的申請！ Welcome to Join SE Directory If your business has both ...