2026 Youth Entrepreneurship Program & Competition

A 9-week youth entrepreneurship program that culminates in a Shark Tank–style pitch competition. It is for young people to research social or global issues, design business solutions, work with mentors, and present their ideas for cash prizes and recognition. The program includes weekly sessions, team-based prototyping and mentorship. Winners receive cash prizes and a five-month mentorship to help implement their ideas.

Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place; five months of mentorship with business leaders including business strategy, prototyping, branding, customer discovery and financial planning.

Ages 14–21; ability to join weekly sessions Monday & Wednesday from 6PM-8PM EST for 9 weeks; motivated to participate in group work and presentations; startup idea must be at idea-stage.

Submit a complete online application via the provided application form.