Numerous, small investments may just meet the needs of social entrepreneurs who lie between a nonprofit organization and a larger, for-profit that will have returns attractive enough for venture capitalists.

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The primary mission of the social work profession is to enhance human well-being and help meet the basic needs of all people, with particular attention to those who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty.

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In 2007, the organization began to investigate what was needed to meet global social needs.

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In consequence to that there is a major change, a social change, and an environmental change just to meet the needs of the tourism industry and in particular golf courses.

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Crowdfunding can help meet these needs, and if managed effectively, can super-charge the process through localized social networks and face-to-face community events.

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The International Rescue Committee has noted that in Jordan and other countries, a majority of Syrian refugees are living outside of camps -- in cities and towns where social services, schools and even trash and waste systems are not equipped to meet the needs of a suddenly inflated population.

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