What Socialinnov does

Socialinnov is a non-profit organization founded in 2013 in Athens, Greece, operating as the educational arm of Found.ation, a technology accelerator in South Eastern Europe. Its mission is to deliver free digital upskilling, computer-science education, and employability programs to youth, women, educators, refugees/immigrants, and small-business owners in Greece, with selected reach into other European markets via EU-funded consortia. The organization's program portfolio spans Tech Talent School (20,000+ beneficiaries, 1,000+ courses since 2016), Tech Academy (Microsoft MTA certification paths in Cyber Security, System Administration, and Front End Development), the START Project with sub-programs in Code, Business, and Integration, Tech Talent School for Educators (19,000 educators over three years), and the Youth Empowered program with Coca-Cola Tria Epsilon (50,000+ participants cumulatively). Delivery is built on a digital-first stack — webinar platforms (Crowdcast), email tooling (Moosend), analytics (Google Analytics), Microsoft learning and certification paths, micro:bit educational hardware, and open-source programming environments — supplemented by physical hubs such as the Serafeion Centre in Athens.

Socialinnov's business model is a non-profit, grant-and-sponsorship-funded structure with all programs free to end beneficiaries. Revenue (not publicly disclosed) is assembled from corporate CSR contributions (Microsoft, Coca-Cola Tria Epsilon, L'Oréal Paris, Novartis, Lenovo, PwC), institutional foundations (Latsis, Costas M. Lemos, Stelios, Found.ation), EU program funding (Erasmus+, CERV, Horizon Europe, Interreg), and government backing (U.S. Embassy, Ministry of Education, City of Athens, EATA). The go-to-market motion is community-led: beneficiary acquisition runs through partner channels (e.g., Coca-Cola's employer network, Microsoft's philanthropic programs, municipal and embassy venues) and organic social/email/web properties, while funder acquisition is relationship-driven via Greece's CSR and EU grant ecosystem. Recent additions include the $100,000 Digital Equity Accelerator investment in April 2025, the EU-funded ACTIVEAID project (CERV, November 2024) and STEMAzing Women project (Erasmus+, November 2023), and a 2025 curriculum pivot adding AI Prompting, Microsoft Copilot 365, IoT, and Agile & AI modules to Youth Empowered. The organization operates with 1–10 employees, indicating a delivery model that relies heavily on contractors, partner organizations, and volunteers rather than in-house headcount.

Name

Socialinnov

Legal name

Socialinnov

Website

https://socialinnov.gr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Socialinnov is a Greek non-profit founded in 2013 that delivers free digital upskilling and computer-science programs to underserved youth, women, educators, refugees, and small-business owners, funded by corporate sponsors, foundations, and EU grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Non-formal Digital Education and Workforce Upskilling

NAICS

Educational Services (611), Educational Support Services (611710), Social Assistance (624), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Education Access & EdTech for Equity (Low-cost Learning, Skills Platforms) (BPAGALAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Education Systems & Skills Technical Assistance (BPADAEAI), Gender Equality, Inclusion & Social Protection Programs (BPADABAK), Community Development & Social Impact Programs (EDAIAGAA), Higher Education Capacity Building & Scholarships (BPADAKAG)

Keywords

• Digital skills training
• Non-profit education
• Computer science education
• Workforce upskilling
• STEM education programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Athens

HQ country

Greece

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Corporate Sponsorship and Grants: Socialinnov operates as a non-profit organization funded by corporate sponsors (Microsoft, Coca-Cola Tria Epsilon, L'Oréal Paris, Novartis, Lenovo), institutional supporters (U.S. Embassy, Latsis Foundation, Found.ation), and EU funding programs (Erasmus+, CERV, Horizon Europe, Interreg). Programs are delivered free of charge to beneficiaries.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Socialinnov is a Greek non-profit organization that delivers free digital skills training and computer science education programs to underserved youth, women, educators, immigrants/refugees, and small business owners in Greece and Europe. Its offerings include the Tech Talent School, START Project, Tech Academy, Tech Talent School for Educators, and partner-led employability initiatives delivered via online platforms and in-person workshops. Programs are funded through corporate sponsorships (Microsoft, Coca-Cola Tria Epsilon, L'Oréal, Novartis, Lenovo), private foundations (Latsis, Stelios), and EU grants (Erasmus+, CERV, Horizon Europe).

Product overview

Socialinnov is a non-profit organization offering a portfolio of interconnected digital upskilling and education programs. The core offerings include START Project (digital skills and coding), Tech Talent School (free computer science education), Tech Talent School for Educators (teacher training), and Tech Academy (certification-based training with paths in Cyber Security, System Administration, and Front End Development). These are supplemented by research projects (STEMAzing Women, ACTIVEAID), initiatives with partners (Youth Empowered, Empower Women in Football), and thematic reports on tech talent and digital transformation. The organization operates as the educational arm of Found.ation, focusing on youth, women, underserved communities, and educators in Greece.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• START Project Free coding and digital skills training program offering courses on computer science, internet security, coding, 3D printing, automation, and robotics for children, teenagers, adults, and underserved communities in Greece.
• Tech Talent School Free digital upskilling and computer science education program offering more than 1,000 courses to 20,000 beneficiaries, focusing on underserved communities, women, and youth in Greece.
• Tech Talent School for Educators Free training program for primary and secondary educators focusing on digital skills, professional empowerment, and mental resilience through seminars designed to prevent educator burnout syndrome.
• Tech Academy Free online digital skills training platform with three certification paths (Cyber Security, System Administration, and Front End Development), offering Microsoft MTA certification and an employability skills bootcamp for program participants completing training paths.
• START School of Code Coding program targeting unemployed youth focusing on Full Stack Developer skills (Front-End and Back-End), supported by Costas M. Lemos Foundation and other partners.
• START School of Business Ten-course intensive program for business owners covering digital tools, business problem-solving, finance, branding, social media marketing, and data security, supported by PwC.
• START School of Integration Program aimed at economic empowerment and poverty reduction through digital and soft skills training for homeless people to improve their chances of re-entering the labor market.
• Hub Science Popular science lecture series covering mathematics, psychiatry, economics and other topics, designed to present scientific concepts in an exciting and intuitive manner for general audiences.
• Youth Empowered Free employability enhancement program by Coca-Cola Tria Epsilon offering seminars and mentoring for 18-30 year olds, with 50,000+ participants supported through the partnership.
• Empower Women in Football Education program by Greek Football Confederation and Socialinnov focused on developing communication, leadership, and entrepreneurship skills for female footballers.
• STEMAzing Women Digital Academy Virtual training platform providing STEM-focused training, mentorship, and community building for young women aged 18-25 from marginalised communities, delivered as part of an EU Erasmus+ project.
• ACTIVEAID Project CERV-funded project fostering inclusive access to healthcare and employment for trans and intersex individuals across Europe through tailored training and policy development.
• TechCamp Thessaloniki Virtual training series supporting female-led startups and creating equal opportunities in entrepreneurship ecosystem for 40 selected female entrepreneurs from Greece and the Balkan region.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20,000+ beneficiaries trained through Tech Talent School with 1,000+ courses delivered
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and core.

• Micro:bit Educational FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 December 2024Micro:bit Educational Foundation partnered on the Micro:bit Athens 2024 Live Event, bringing together 100+ educators to explore programming and computational thinking education.
• British Embassy AthensminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 December 2024British Embassy Athens provided support for Micro:bit Athens 2024 Live Event as part of enabling organizations.
• British CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 December 2024British Council supported Micro:bit Athens 2024 Live Event as enabling organization for educational initiatives.
• EU Code WeekminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 December 2024EU Code Week supported Micro:bit Athens 2024 Live Event, promoting coding and programming education.
• ACTIVEAID Consortium (CERV Programme)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2024EU-funded Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (24 months from November 2024) addressing healthcare and employment access for trans and intersex individuals across Europe.
• STEMAzing Women Consortium (Erasmus+)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2023EU-funded Erasmus+ project (24 months starting November 2023) empowering young women (18-25) from marginalised communities with STEM skills. Socialinnov is a consortium partner delivering the STEMAzing Women Digital Academy.
• MicrosoftcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMicrosoft is a major supporter of Socialinnov's digital skills programs. Supports Tech Talent School, Tech Talent Academy, and other initiatives through Microsoft Philanthropies' learning and certification programs. Provides technology platforms and potentially funding for training delivery.
• U.S. Embassy in AthenscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerU.S. Embassy in Athens supports Tech Academy program and TechCamp Thessaloniki initiative for women entrepreneurs. Provides programmatic support and international backing for digital upskilling initiatives.
• Found.ationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFound.ation is the parent organization of Socialinnov. Socialinnov began operations in 2013 as the NGO arm of Found.ation, a leading innovation-enabling platform and accelerator for tech-oriented products in South Eastern Europe.
• Coca-Cola Tria EpsiloncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoca-Cola Tria Epsilon partners on the Youth Empowered program, the largest free private sector employability program in Greece. Has supported 50,000+ participants and continues partnership into 2025.
• City of AthenscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity of Athens partnered with Microsoft and Socialinnov on the START Project initiative, providing venue support and local government backing for digital education programs.
• Athens Development and Destination Management Agency (EATA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEATA (Develop Athens) currently supports the START Project initiative, continuing the partnership originally formed with City of Athens.
• PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPwC supported the START School of Business program, providing business expertise for the intensive ten-course program targeting business owners and entrepreneurs.
• L'Oréal ParismajorGTM or Marketing PartnerL'Oréal Paris partnered on the Ladies First program, offering digital skills training to empower women during October 2020.
• NovartismajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNovartis supported the Open Wings program offering digital skills training to young unemployed graduates (September 2019 - March 2020).
• LenovomajorGTM or Marketing PartnerLenovo partnered on the Love On program (November 2020), a free training program exclusively for women to improve digital skills and reduce the gender gap.
• iTechScopeminorStrategic or Co-development PartneriTechScope supports the START School of Code third cycle, contributing to developer training programs.
• Greek Football Federation (EPO)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGreek Football Federation partnered on Empower Women in Football initiative, delivering communication, leadership, and entrepreneurship skills to female footballers.
• PeopleForBusiness (PFB)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPeopleForBusiness supports Tech Academy program and provides Employability Skills Bootcamp for program participants completing training paths.
• AB VASSILOPOULOSminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAB Vassilopoulos partnered with L'Oréal Paris on the Ladies First program for women's digital empowerment.
• Regional Directorate of Education of North AegeanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional Directorate provided exclusive seminars for North Aegean region educators during December 2020 to support digital literacy.
• Ministry of Education and Religious AffairscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMinistry of Education provides auspices for Socialinnov programs and is recognized as a key promoter of Digital Transformation in Greek schools.
• Microsoft PhilanthropiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMicrosoft Philanthropies supports the Tech Talent Academy through its Learning and Certification Pilot Program, bringing technological talent to the market.
• SNFCC (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSNFCC collaborates as part of Socialinnov's synergy network for educational and cultural initiatives.
• KathimeriniminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKathimerini supports Tech Academy program and Micro:bit Athens 2024 as communication sponsor.
• Raspberry Pi FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRaspberry Pi Foundation is a membership organization supporting computational thinking and programming education.
• Hour of CodeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHour of Code is a membership organization promoting coding education worldwide, aligned with Socialinnov's digital skills mission.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ReDI School of Digital Integration: Germany-based non-profit offering free digital and tech education to newcomers, refugees, and women, with a similar curriculum-as-impact model. Directly comparable mission on social inclusion through digital skills, though operating at greater scale across multiple German cities.
• Generation You Employed: Global non-profit offering free, short-duration tech and digital skills training programs targeting unemployed and underemployed adults into jobs. Directly comparable on the free-to-beneficiary, employer-aligned curriculum model and outcome-driven approach.
• Digital Opportunity Trust: Canada-headquartered non-profit delivering youth-led digital skills, entrepreneurship, and leadership programs across Africa, the Middle East, and Canada. Closely aligned on youth digital upskilling and underserved community focus.
• Inco Academy: Global digital education non-profit providing free training in tech, digital, and green-economy skills to underrepresented groups, with strong European footprint. Comparable on free, cohort-based digital upskilling delivered via partnerships with corporates.

Broad incumbents

• Code.org: Large US-based non-profit promoting computer science education globally, including Hour of Code (which Socialinnov is affiliated with). Operates as a broader incumbent in K-12 and youth digital education rather than serving the same adult employment-focused niche.

Others

• TechSoup Global: Non-profit that provides technology tools, training, and capacity-building services to other NGOs and social enterprises globally. Adjacent enablement role rather than direct competition, but shares the non-profit technology-for-impact mission.
• JA Europe (Junior Achievement Europe): Europe-wide youth education non-profit focused on work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy through school programs. Overlaps on educator and student segments but operates at significantly larger institutional scale.
• Social Impact Award: European non-profit supporting young social entrepreneurs with training, mentoring, and micro-grants across more than a dozen countries. Adjacent in the youth-impact ecosystem, with comparable partnership-driven delivery and EU program participation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xfacebook.com/socialinnovgr
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCNE0zE2OF-fMeTx1yo2lNzg
• Facebookfacebook.com/socialinnovgr
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/socialinnovgr
• Instagraminstagram.com/socialinnovgr

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Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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