We are a Social Enterprise
Empowering our community through mission-driven business.
What is a Social Enterprise?
A social enterprise is more than just a business, it’s a force for good.
Unlike traditional companies that prioritize profit, social enterprises use business strategies to address pressing social or environmental challenges. The revenue they generate is reinvested into the mission, creating a sustainable model for long-term impact.
At Columbia Ability Alliance, our social enterprise model allows us to blend purpose and profit, empowering individuals with unique abilities while delivering trusted products and services to our community.
A Dual Mission: Impact + Sustainability
We proudly operate two social enterprise businesses that fuel our programs, create employment opportunities, and expand our reach:
CI Information Management
Secure document & media destruction services
Your confidential documents are in good hands. When you choose CI Information Management, you’re not only safeguarding your information, you’re investing in inclusion, empowerment, and opportunity.
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Paradise Bottled Water
Premium bottled water with a greater purpose
Stay hydrated while making a difference. Every bottle purchased supports local programs that help individuals with disabilities and life barriers thrive.
Visit Paradise Bottled Water
Why It Matters
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Columbia Ability Alliance must maintain a diversified revenue stream to fund our mission. While we continue to rely on grants and generous donors, our social enterprises allow us to:
- Generate sustainable income for critical programs
- Employ individuals with disabilities and barriers to work
- Reduce reliance on external funding
- Support long-term community growth
Doing business with us is a win-win.
You receive top-tier products and services, and your dollars go right back into helping people in our own community.
We’re Proud to Be a Change Leader
In the Tri-Cities region, Columbia Ability Alliance stands out as a pioneer in social enterprise innovation. Through our mission-aligned business ventures, we are:
- Expanding inclusive employment
- Modeling responsible business practices
- Building a stronger, more equitable local economy
- Partner with our businesses
- Spread the word
- Explore how your organization can collaborate with us
Together, we can redefine what business can do.
