Entrepreneurial Solutions for Social Challenges: The Promise of Social Entrepreneurship and Strategic Philanthropy (HEC 2005)

This paper discusses the potential of combining social entrepreneurship with strategic philanthropy to address pressing social challenges. The author argues that integrating entrepreneurial thinking with philanthropic efforts can create scalable and sustainable solutions for complex problems. It explores how entrepreneurs are increasingly leveraging their skills to develop innovative models that bridge the gap between social impact and financial viability. The paper emphasizes the importance of using entrepreneurial tools to increase the effectiveness of philanthropy, highlighting how such an approach leads to long-term solutions rather than short-term aid. This fusion is presented as essential for systemic change.