Fund | European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) |
Total project funding | 12 000 000 euro |
EU funding | 10 200 000 euro |
Beneficiary | Ministry of Welfare |
Measure/Project number | Measure No. 4.3.3.3 / Project No. 4.3.3.3/1/24/I/001 |
GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION
The objective of the project is to support the establishment and development of social enterprises, to increase employment opportunities for population groups at risk of social exclusion, as well as to strengthen the sustainability of the social enterprise ecosystem and promote the overall development of social entrepreneurship.
To achieve this, support will be provided to social enterprises in the form of financial grants, reimbursement of the employer’s share of mandatory state social insurance contributions, one-time wage compensations, and reimbursement of sickness benefits paid by the employer. The project also aims to facilitate the integration of people at risk of social exclusion into the labour market.
The project is implemented by the Ministry of Welfare in cooperation with the Development Finance Institution Altum, which provides advisory support and allocates financial grants to social entrepreneurs, including start-ups in social entrepreneurship. The implementation of the project is planned until the end of 2029, while Altum will issue financial grants to social enterprises until the available project funding is exhausted.
PROJECT PROGRESS INFORMATION
The project has been implemented since October 2023.
To date, a total of 107 social enterprises have received support, including 87 that have been awarded financial grants by Altum, and 20 that have received reimbursement of the employer’s share of mandatory state social insurance contributions from the Ministry of Welfare.
In addition, 241 people at risk of social exclusion have been integrated into the labour market and are currently employed by social enterprises.
PROJECT VIDEO
Ltd. “Vilbers” is a social enterprise that creates functional clothing for people with mobility impairments – enabling them to be independent, feel safe, and confident.
ChatGPT saka: Ltd. “EVO Group” is a social enterprise that helps children learn complex things in a simple way – through virtual reality, robots, and artificial intelligence.
Ltd. “Dekolserviss” is a social enterprise where the art of porcelain decal printing has been alive for more than 25 years.
🎥 The music management agency “Zvaigznājs” is a social enterprise offering professional services in the music industry – including audio branding, songwriting, video production, training, and consulting. In celebration of Social Entrepreneurship Week 2024, we invite you to discover the story of SIA “Zvaigznāja komanda”! 🌐 www.zvaigznajs.lv
🎥 "Visas Iespējas" is a social enterprise that has created a platform where young people can connect with new opportunities – a place to discover new goals and meet like-minded individuals. In celebration of Social Entrepreneurship Week 2024, we invite you to discover the story of SIA “Visas Iespējas”! 🌐 www.visasiespejas.lv
NEWS
Social Entrepreneurship Week highlights the sector’s growth, creativity, and the power of cooperation 17.10.2025
Ministry of Welfare invites to the conference “Social Entrepreneurship in Latvia – Growth, Creativity, Cooperation” 14.10.2025
The Ministry of Welfare invites participation in the events of Social Entrepreneurship Week 03.10.2025
Positive Employment Trend Observed Among Social Enterprises 15.07.2025
Seven Years Since the Adoption of the Social Enterprise Law 01.04.2025
Today, the world marks Social Entrepreneurship Day 21.11.2024
The Sixth Social Entrepreneurship Week Concludes 18.10.2024
Social entrepreneurs acquire storytelling skills to strengthen their brands 14.10.2024
Ministry of Welfare Invites to Watch the Conference “Opportunities and Challenges for the Development of the Social Economy” 14.10.2024
The Ministry of Welfare Invites to Participate in Social Entrepreneurship Week Events 30.09.2024
The Ministry of Welfare Invites Social Entrepreneurship Beginners to Apply for a Business Idea Competition 17.09.2024
Members of the Social Enterprise Commission Selected for the Next Three Years 21.05.2024
Achievements of the Social Enterprise Commission over Three Years 21.05.2024
Saeima and NGO Forum “Latvia’s Future in a Secure Europe!” 13.05.2024
The application deadline for the competition for five positions in the Social Enterprise Commission has been extended 03.04.2024
Six Years Since the Adoption of the Social Enterprise Law 02.04.2024
The Ministry of Welfare invites associations and foundations to apply for the competition to become members of the Social Enterprise Commission 26.02.2024
EVENTS
Conference: “Social Entrepreneurship in Latvia – Growth, Creativity, Cooperation” 14.-16.10.2025
