Unlike a traditional business, all profits go to business growth and not to owners. Owners participate primarily for social reasons and may only be reimbursed for expenses and compensated time. This is similar Muhammad Yunus' vision of the ideal social business. He and his Grameen Bank were winners of the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize.
Bringing clean water to those in need.
The Low-Profit Limited Liability Company, L3C is new business entity in many states; it is a hybrid between a non-profit and a for-profit organization. L3Cs have been structured to take loans and equity investments from US Foundations. By providing a financial return, the company can become a sustainable business which strives for the social good.