A New Name, Same Commitment: Introducing Community Rise Organization
At BBS, we believe in the power of partnerships built on trust, shared values, and a deep commitment to community-led change. So when our long-standing Malawi partner shared that they were entering a new chapter of growth and renewal, we were proud to stand alongside...
When the Strait Closes, Africa Starves: The Coming Fertilizer Crisis
A rapidly escalating conflict has exposed a hidden vulnerability at the heart of the global food system. This Field Note is a deep read that examines how disruptions to fertilizer flows are putting millions of African smallholder farmers and hundreds of millions of...
From Internship to Impact: Congratulatory Note from BBS
At Business for Better Society, we often talk about what it looks like when purpose meets opportunity. For our former intern that intersection just became very real. Aaron, a senior at a Cleveland based high school, was recently named a recipient of the Amazon Future...
Opinion: The International Year of the Woman Farmer Must Be More Than Symbolic
I grew up on a farm in southern Alberta, where the days started before sunrise and ended long after the sun went down. Like every farm family I knew, ours ran on the labour of everyone and that included my mother as a full partner in every sense. Seeding decisions,...
An Evening Woven with Purpose…. Thank You
On March 10, we had the pleasure of gathering at Hope 93 Gallery in London for an evening that was both inspiring and deeply meaningful. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make the fundraiser such a success, and we extend our sincere...
Garments for Eastern DRCongo: Fashion, Reintegration, and Creative Opportunity
Business for Better Society (BBS) is partnering with London-based designer Saskia Lenaerts and Hope 93 Gallery for a special charity fashion event in London that brings together design, art, and social impact. Taking place 10 March from 18:30–21:00 at Hope 93 Gallery,...
Expanding Horizons: How the Zebak Community Library Is Transforming Lives in Rural Afghanistan
We are deeply grateful to acknowledge and thank our donor for their generous contribution to the Zebak Community Library. Through their support, the library has expanded its collection by 100 new titles, a milestone that may sound modest on paper but carries an...
Repurposing. Partnering. Transforming Communities.
We’re excited to share news from our Threads of Transformation program! Business for Better Society is partnering with Quality Inn & Suites Lethbridge to launch an innovative test pilot project with impact stretching from Lethbridge to Goma in the Democratic...
Threads of Transformation: Weaving Skills, Confidence, and Connection
With support from our Acts of Kindness GlobalGiving page, the Threads of Transformation program has completed its second intake in the Adjumani Settlements of northern Uganda. Building on the inaugural cohort in the DRC, the program brought together four women from...
Renewing Our Purpose: Driving Lasting Change in 2026
A new year invites reflection and recommitment. At Business for Better Society (BBS), the start of the year is a moment to pause, listen, and renew our purpose, which is to drive lasting, meaningful change in communities worldwide through collaboration, innovation,...
The Power of Collective Kindness
In a world where headlines lean heavy and people feel increasingly disconnected, moments of genuine humanity stand out. In a small Canadian village one such moment has unfolded. It began with a family, a partially renovated home, and a community unwilling to look the...
Threads of Transformation Update Report: A Journey of Creativity, Healing, and Resilience
We are pleased to share our update report on Threads of Transformation, a program that brings together creativity, healing, and economic opportunity for individuals affected by conflict. Originally launched in Goma, DRC with our long-time partner Remember Youth for...
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