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Social enterprises are for-profit and not-for-profit organizations established for a social purpose. Social enterprises play a critical role in society: they often lead the way in responding to public needs; they provide vital services to disadvantaged communities; they mobilize public attention to societal problems; and they help build community and social capital. Social enterprises also face a distinctive array of financing challenges that are not well addressed by mainstream capital markets. Social enterprises cover a wide array of issues including: Health Education Environment The Arts Human Rights Religion Social Services