A decade-long UK program has helped more than 2,500 social entrepreneurs launch and grow their businessesand they're all still alive two years later, according to a new report.
The Guardian reports on the results of the Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland Social Entrepreneurs Program, which provides funding and support to entrepreneurs in need.
The report found that 81% of the program's participants survived at least two years after starting their businesses.
That's compared to the UK average of 73%, according to Quartz.
The report also found that the program increased the representation of women and minorities in social enterprise by 41%.
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