In Case You Missed It: The IDEA Bank hosted its first High School Entrepreneurship Summer Camp and Pitch Competition.
Six high school students spent a week at the IDEA Bank’s first Entrepreneurship Summer Camp to learn the basics of business planning. The program, which was sponsored by Wiregrass Resource Conservation & Development Group, culminated in a business plan competition with the winner receiving a $2,000 scholarship to Troy University.
Funding Opportunities for Student Entrepreneurs
Are you a student interested in starting a business but not sure where you’ll get the cash to cover your startup costs? One of these opportunities may be for you!
Harrel McKinney Entrepreneur Endowed Scholarship
The purpose of this scholarship is to assist aspiring Troy University student entrepreneurs. To be eligible, the student must be a declared entrepreneurship minor or major OR have an approved business operating in the IDEA Bank.
LinkedIn Creator Accelerator Program
The Creator Accelerator Program is a 6-week incubator-style program, where participants can bring new concepts and visions to life, helping to grow their audience and engage the LinkedIn community. Accepted program participants will receive support from our LinkedIn team, a financial award and early access to LinkedIn tools to start conversations, build engaged communities and connect to meaningful opportunities on the platform.
Young Entrepreneur Scholarship Grant
You’ve got big ideas, and Incfile wants to turn them into a reality. One young scholar with entrepreneurial spirit will receive $2,500 to continue their education.
Scholarship for Future Female Entrepreneurs
Do you self-identify as a woman and are also seeking to create your own business? Are you ambitious and excited about what you will accomplish in your career? Apply for the Seller Universe eCommerce Group’s female entrepreneur scholarship for a chance to receive $2,500.
Know of any other funding opportunities for young entrepreneurs? Let us know by emailing ideabank@troy.edu so we can share it with our students!
Upcoming event: Taste of Troy
New students & friends in the community: make plans to stop by the IDEA Bank and the Downtown Square on Friday, August 19 for some back-to-school fun!
Meet local businesses, enjoy live music and purchase food from local restaurants at this annual Welcome Week event on August 19! Businesses will be set up in the IDEA Bank.