Our Children’s Entrepreneur Market team carefully reviewed applications from 400 youth entrepreneurs vying for this year’s coveted scholarship program, where recipients receive between $250 and $1,000 to help them grow their micro-business.
153 recipients were ultimately selected to receive scholarships and nearly $75,000 was awarded to these outstanding youth entrepreneurs. These scholarships are more than just financial support; they’re a celebration of their hard work, creativity, and determination.
Since we launched this project in 2017, the Children’s Entrepreneur Market has been dedicated to providing a unique platform for kids to learn, grow, and thrive as young business owners. Expanding throughout the country—now in 26 states and growing quickly—we’re seeing hundreds of kids showcase their products, market their brands, and interact with the community. By awarding these scholarships, we hope to encourage them to keep reaching for their goals, fostering valuable skills that will serve them well into adulthood.
Our scholarships are intended to support our young entrepreneurs in expanding their businesses, investing in new materials and equipment, or bolstering their marketing efforts. These funds can also help ease the costs for those who might need a little extra help getting started, ensuring that all kids with an entrepreneurial spirit have the opportunity to shine.
Our scholarship program is made possible by the incredible generosity of our donors and sponsors. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps create opportunities for young entrepreneurs to follow their passions and develop invaluable skills. This year, their support allowed us to reach more kids than ever, providing the resources and encouragement they need to build confidence and take the first steps toward entrepreneurship.
While these youth entrepreneurs get to work on their business, we’re excited to make the 2025 scholarship program bigger and better than ever to serve many more of our amazing participants!