What is Enactus?
Enactus is a worldwide organization that shapes generations of student entrepreneurs who are passionate about making positive change. Enactus operates in 35 countries, over 2,500 college and university programs, and positively impacts the lives of over 1.3 million people annually.
About Us
Underneath the Enactus umbrella, Enactus Okanagan College (OC) is a non-profit organization that enables student leaders to form connections, build confidence, and positively impact local communities through social, economic, and environmental projects. Our team expands across Okanagan College’s four campuses in Penticton, Kelowna, Vernon, and Salmon Arm.
Through community and on-campus support, Enactus OC has grown to be a nationally acclaimed organization, securing titles at the regional and national levels of academic competition. Our team continues to expand each year, giving our students the opportunity to advance their leadership development in innovative, influential, and empowering ways. At Enactus OC, we are inspiring the next generation through social innovation.
Project - Unusually Good Food Company
Making change, one apple at a time!
We work with Okanagan farmers to rescue unwanted apples and transformed them into delicious, shelf-stable apple chips. Through a partnership with the North Okanagan Valley Gleaners, a not-for-profit food processor group dedicated to alleviating hunger, we created an innovative way to dehydrate the rescued apples and convert them into nutritious snacks that were delivered to local schools, food banks, and international organizations.
Past Projects
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Get Involved
Do you want to get involved with EnactusOC? We are always looking to grow our network of students, community members, and business partners. EnactusOC provides a variety of volunteer opportunities both on campus and in the community. EnactusOC depends on the support from change makers and experienced experts to help our projects grow and thrive.
We are looking for
Student entrepreneurs with innovative ideas and a drive for change
Business partners to lend expertise and resources
Community leaders and mentors to help develop our projects
Project and program sponsors
For Students
Are you ready to turn your ideas into action?
Want to build your leadership and entrepreneurial skills?
Are you looking to create meaningful connections and build lasting friendships?
EnactusOC focuses on leadership development and helping students put their innovative solutions for problems in the community into action. Students have the opportunity to manage projects, run events, compete in competitions, and make a difference.
For Businesses
Our non-profit organization is always looking for new business partners to help make our success possible. EnactusOC partners and sponsors play a critical role developing entrepreneurial leaders and managing impactful projects. We are looking for sponsors, mentors, leaders, and industry professionals to help shape and grow our team of leaders.
For Community Members
Community leaders make it possible for EnactusOC to reach our goals and grow our program. EnactusOC has a range of engagement and volunteer opportunities for members of the community. We are looking for community members and volunteer organizations to partner with projects, mentor students, attend events, and create buzz about our program.
Do you want to donate?
Donating to Enactus OC helps us continue to improve our programs and move students forward.
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