Manhattan Institute Award for Social Entrepreneurship
The Manhattan Institute Award for Social Entrepreneurship honors non-profit leaders who have found innovative, private solutions for America's most pressing social problems.
Throughout its history, the United States has been marked by the capacity of citizens to solve social problems through their own initiative. Americans come forward to organize volunteer and non-profit action to improve American society. Winners of this award will exemplify this tradition.
Applicant organizations are assessed according to the following criteria:
* Energetic founding leaders;
* Strong vision;
* Committed volunteers;
* Creative, entrepreneurial ways of conceiving and meeting goals;
* Significant private sector financial support;
* Sustainability or permanence;
* Clear, measurable results;
* Commitment to sustaining the vitality of civil society.
