The spotlight is shining on six incredible social enterprises as they compete for the Consumer Facing Award at the Social Enterprise NI Awards 2025, sponsored by the NI Housing Executive. This award recognises social enterprises that deliver exceptional products and services directly to the public, while making a powerful positive impact in their communities.
From coffee roasters sparking human connection, to cafés supporting vulnerable people into work, this year’s finalists are a true showcase of the passion, creativity, and social value thriving across Northern Ireland.
This is the only award to have a public vote! So each finalist is relying on YOU to help them reach the top spot! Have a read through the finalists and vote for your winner HERE (Voting closes Sunday 17th August 11:59 pm)Â
Meet the Finalists
Fringe Coffee Co. – People Connected, Hope Restored
Founded in Rostrevor in 2022, Fringe Coffee Co. is a micro-roastery on a mission to counter isolation, empower the marginalised, and spark meaningful connections. They host pop-up coffee events, provide ethically sourced specialty-grade beans, and deliver barista training to schools and start-ups. All profits support local initiatives and global partnerships promoting dignity and sustainable impact.
Harry’s Place CIC – A Café with a Social Heart
Born during the pandemic in Ballynahinch, Harry’s Place CIC began as a social hub for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. Today, it’s a thriving café with a vegan ethos, offering training, paid employment, and a welcoming community space — all while serving delicious sweet and savoury treats across Northern Ireland.
incredABLE – Inspiring, Empowering, Including
Operating since 1997, incredABLE creates life-changing opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism. Serving over 600 children and adults annually across the Southern Health and Social Care Trust area, they deliver social, recreational, and educational programmes that break down barriers, empower participants, and foster inclusion.
Refresh Cafe – Food That Does Good
Part of East Belfast Mission, Refresh Cafe uses its profits to support thousands of vulnerable people each week. Serving over 250 hot meals daily to those in need, they also offer skills training to help people back into employment. With every plate served, Refresh Cafe delivers not just great taste, but a real difference in the community.
Ravine NI (The Advantage Foundation) – Growing Skills and Confidence
Ravine Market Garden empowers young people facing mental health challenges through meaningful work, skills development, and community engagement. Providing fresh, sustainable produce to Belfast, Ravine has helped hundreds gain OCN-accredited qualifications in Horticulture and Personal Success & Well-being, while promoting resilience and self-belief.
Seasons Coffee + Studio – Coffee, Community, and Wellness
Formerly known as Centred Soul CIC, Seasons Coffee + Studio blends great coffee with a welcoming wellness space. Specialising in supporting women’s mental health — including perinatal health, birth trauma, and pregnancy loss — they reduce social isolation, tackle stigma, and create a safe space for conversation, connection, and care.
Why This Award Matters
The Consumer Facing Award shines a light on the social enterprises that not only run successful, customer-focused businesses, but also put people and purpose at the heart of everything they do. Each finalist proves that you can enjoy top-quality products and services while directly contributing to a better Northern Ireland.
The winner will be revealed at the Social Enterprise NI Awards 2025 — a night dedicated to celebrating innovation, impact, and community spirit.
If you’re inspired by these incredible organisations, explore more about their work and how you can support them by visiting Social Enterprise NI Awards 2025. (SENI Awards)
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