This article showcases our top picks for the best South Korean based Non Profit companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Non Profit industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
Top South Korean Non Profit Startups
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Save the Children Korea
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Save the Children Korea is an international NGO that works for children’s healthy lives, protection, and education rights.
Science and Technology Policy Institute (STEPI)
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STEPI is a non-profit organization devoted to research and development of S&T policy and policy alternatives.
Federation of Korean Music Performers
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Federation of Korean Music Performers develops the cultural industry by protecting music performers’ rights and interests.
Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies
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KFAS is a non-profit organization that promote national growth through academic development via cultivating world-class scholars.
Seoul Business Agency(SBA)
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Seoul Business Agency provides support services for small businesses to increase their efficiency and foster a stable business.
MIRAL Welfare Foundation
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MIRAL Welfare Foundation is an international humanitarian organization.
National Election Commission
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National Election Commission is a constitutional agency that manages elections and referendums and administers political party affairs.
Korea International Trade Association
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KITA is a non-profit trade organization providing hands-on support to trade companies and drawing trade cooperation from the private sector.
CBMC KOREA
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CBMC KOREA is a non profit organization for christian businessmen and professionals.
CGNTV
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CGNTV produces and provides inspirational Christian content.
Asan Nanum Foundation
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Asan Nanum Foundation to contribute to the alleviation of social inequality and to promote entrepreneurship among youth.
KOREAN REGISTER
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KOREAN REGISTER offers cradle-to-grave services for ships and marine structures in terms of technical support and R&D services.
Korea Foundation
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Korea Foundation is a non-profit public diplomacy organization.
DID Alliance
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DID Alliance is an open industry association for decentralized identity (DID) services that ensure the credibility of digital identity.
Startup Alliance Korea
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Startup Alliance Korea works to help startups grow and go global by connecting people in the startup ecosystem with one another.
Compassion
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Compassion is a social service organization for children.
SEOUL METROPOLITAN OFFICE OF EDUCATION
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SEOUL METROPOLITAN OFFICE OF EDUCATION is a school board that provides education services.
KOREA UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
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KOREA UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION is a publication of newsletters and various events.
Korea Testing & Research Institute
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Korea Testing & Research Institute is a testing and certification institute which performs integrate testing and technical consulting.
Chung Ang University Industry Academic Cooperation Foundation
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Chung Ang University Industry Academic Cooperation Foundation performs tasks related to research grant.
Korea University Sport Federation
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Korea University Sport Federation promotes the management and supervision of advanced college sports culture.
IeSF (International e-Sports Federation)
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IeSF (International e-Sports Federation) is a global organization, attempting to promote e-sports as a legitimate sport.
Korea Labor Foundation
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Korea Labor Foundation provides services such as consulting, financial support, and training for individual workplaces and industries.
American Chamber of Commerce in Korea
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American Chamber of Commerce in Korea encourages the development of investment and trade between Korea and the United States.
DuDu China
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DuDu China is a Korean professional web channel providing information on Chinese culture, economy, society, politics, history, and more.
KPBMA
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KPBMA is an association that improves national healthcare through the sound development of the pharmaceutical industry.
Busan Metropolitan City office of Education
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Busan Metropolitan City office of Education is a non-profit organization that offers education services.
Sasaro
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Sasaro provides equitable educational opportunities to young people from families in need.
Incheon Foundation For Arts & Culture
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Incheon Foundation For Arts & Culture is a non-profit organization that supports creative arts and culture.
Kyrgyz Global
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Kyrgyz Global is a non-profit organization that unites scientists and engineers from Kyrgyzstan.
Medecins Sans Frontieres
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Medecins Sans Frontieres is an international humanitarian medical relief organization.
Korean Red Cross
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Korean Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that provides social services and relief operations.
Korean University Council For Social Service
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Korean University Council For Social Service is a council for community services.
Korean National Commission for UNESCO
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Korean National Commission for UNESCO is a non-profit organization that promotes world peace and human development.
KCCI
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KCCI engages in the healthy growth and development of enterprises.
Junggu Cultural Foundation
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Junggu Cultural Foundation is a community art center.
Arts Council Korea
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Arts Council Korea is a public institution under the ministry of culture, sports and tourism.
Gyeonggido Office of Education
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Gyeonggido Office of Education is a government organization specialized in educational administration services.
COOP
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COOP provides news and information related to co-operatives.
Korea Expressway Corporation
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Korea Expressway Corporation is a Government agency for national expressway system.
Korea Fair Trade Commission
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Korea Fair Trade Commission is a regulatory authority that promotes a competitive market environment and protects consumer rights.
Korea Enterprises Federation
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KEF provides services, including collective bargaining and cooperative programs to bring labor and management together.
Korea Internet Self-governance Organization
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Korea Internet Self-Governance Organization is an internet self-regulatory organization.
SEOUL PHARMACIST CREDIT UNION
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SEOUL PHARMACIST CREDIT UNION is a non-profit financial institution.
Korea Certified Public Labor Attorneys Association
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Korea Certified Public Labor Attorneys Association is a labor-management association.
European Chamber of Commerce in Korea (ECCK)
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ECCK is a distinguished association of European companies operating in or related to Korea.
Ministry of National Defense
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Ministry of National Defense is a non-profit government organization.
The Circle Foundation
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The Circle Foundation is a non-profit organization that strives to create a donation culture and a better society.
Korea Entrepreneurship Foundation
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Korea Entrepreneurship Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides entrepreneurship education services.
The Hope Institute
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The Hope Institute is a non-profit Korean think tank.
Liak
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Liak is a non-profit music record label based in South Korea.
Seoul Tech Society
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Seoul Tech Society is an international non-profit organization based in Seoul.
Suwon Sustainable City Foundation
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Suwon Sustainable City Foundation is a non-profit organization that offers public and urban services.
Korea Small Business Institute
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Korea Small Business Institute is a research and evaluation company for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Donus
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Donors Fundraising Solutions is a non-profit organization that carries out fundraising activities.
Recording Industry Association Korea
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Recording Industry Association Korea is a non-profit corporation that manages the copyrights of music producers.
Seoul Startup Didimteo
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Seoul Startup Didimteo is a non-profit organization that offers start-up support programs.
THE ASAN INSTITUTE FOR POLICY STUDIES
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THE ASAN INSTITUTE FOR POLICY STUDIES is a non-profit organization that provides effective policy solution services.
Korea Futsal League
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Korea Futsal League is a non-profit organization that funds sports events.
ChungcheongNam-Do Economic Promotion Agency
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ChungcheongNam-Do Economic Promotion Agency is a provider of SME promotion services.
Korea Financial Telecommunications & Clearings Institute
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KFTC is a payment settlement institution that establishes and manages an inter-bank payment network.
GOODPEOPLE
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GOODPEOPLE is an international development NGO that construction of hope for the global village.
Busan Metropolitan City
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Busan Metropolitan City offers culture, tourism, transportation, business, and community services.
KIDP
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KIDP improves Korean design and industrial competitiveness.
Institute of The Future Urban Environment
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Institute of The Future Urban Environment is a nonprofit organization that offers education and training services.
Korea Techno-Venture Foundation
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Korea Techno-Venture Foundation is a non-profit foundation established to promote new technology startups.
KSAE
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KSAE aims to contribute to the development of the automobile industry through advancements in automotive engineering and technology.
Korea Billiards Federation
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Korea Billiards Federation is a non-profit organization that supports Korean billiards.
KANC
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KANC promotes the development of nanotechnology and related businesses in Korea.
Jeju Free International City Development Center
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Jeju Free International City Development Center is a public development of national industrial complexes.
Institute for Basic Science
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Institute for Basic Science specializes in chemistry, maths, life sciences, physics, and interdisciplinary research.
JBTP
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JBTP is a non-profit institution promoting start-ups and supporting sophisticated technologies.
Korea Charity Association
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Korea Charity Association is a council of Korean non-profit civil organizations.
Korea Maritime Institute
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Korea Maritime Institute is a research institute contributes to the formulation of national policies in maritime and fisheries affairs.
Precium
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Precium is a decentralized group-buying e-commerce platform for social influencers.
Caruso CALUSO
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Caruso CALUSO is a counseling community for overcoming petros syndrome.
Busan YMCA
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Busan YMCA is a Christian organization that works to expand the spirit of Christ.
Youth Foundation
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Youth Foundation is a non-profit organization to helps jobs for young people through voluntary donations.
Shinmangae
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Shinmangae is a non-profit organization that offers rehabilitation facilities.
National Research Foundation of Korea
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National Research Foundation of Korea is a creative research and support agency for human resource development.
World Vision
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World Vision is an NGO that works for social welfare and child-sponsoring.
Dobong-gu Office
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Dobong-gu Office is a government organization.
Root Impact
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Root Impact is a social service and non-profit organization.
C Program
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C Program is a venture philanthropy fund that supports organizations and projects.
Korea Institute for Gender Equality Promotion and Education
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KIGEPE provides gender awareness training for policymakers, public officers and gender trainers.
FEBC
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FEBC provides ministry stories and scriptural solutions.
CareYou
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CareYou is a non-profit organization that provides social services.
FKI
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FKI is a multifunctional association for domestic industries.
Korea Animal Rights Advocates
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Korea Animal Rights Advocates is a non-profit organization that supports animal welfare in Korea.
Giva
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Giva is a non-profit organization that engages in venture confirmation and corporate promotion support services.
Presidential Committee for Cultural Enrichment
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Presidential Committee for Cultural Enrichment promotes cultural values and rights of the people.
Daedeok Human Resource Development Foundation
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Daedeok Human Resource Development Foundation is a non-profit education organization.
Beautiful Store
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Beautiful Store is a nonprofit organization that promotes recycling and sharing donated goods.
Yangcheon-gu Office
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Yangcheon-gu Office is a government organization that offers public administrative services.
Korean Standards Association
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Korean Standards Association is a non-profit organization.
Gyeonggi Techno Park
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Gyeonggi Techno Park is a catalyst for industry and academic research institutions to collaborate and develop new technologies.
Gangwon Art & Culture Foundation
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Gangwon Art & Culture Foundation promotes art creation to preserves the roots of Gangwon’s culture.
G.O.A.’L
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First Korean NGO & non-profit founded by Korean Adoptees for Korean Adoptees
Yongin Cultural Foundation
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Yongin Cultural Foundation supports the establishment and development of local culture and cultural activities.
SEOUL TECHNOPARK
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SEOUL TECHNOPARK is a public convention center supported by the metropolitan government of Seoul.
ASAN ACADEMY
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ASAN ACADEMY is a non-profit educational institution.