Summer Camp: Running Your Own Business begins
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Belmar 401 South Pierce Street, Lakewood, CO, United StatesCurious about starting your own business? This program explores the basics of what it takes to get started, allows you to experiment with ideas, and helps you decide what business you might want to start. At the Friday Marketplace, sell the products you made throughout the week! Designed for students entering 4th or 5th grade for the 2020-2021 school year.
Summer Camp: Young AmeriTowne begins
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Denver 3550 East First Avenue, Denver, CO, United StatesHere is your chance to learn about government, banking, economics, supply and demand, advertising and much more. Then put your knowledge to work by running your own life-like town on the last day. Designed for students entering 5th or 6th grade for the 2020-2021 school year.
Summer Camp: Just Start It begins
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Belmar 401 South Pierce Street, Lakewood, CO, United StatesHave you ever thought about making some extra money, but you’re not sure how or where to begin? This camp gives you tools and tricks you need to make a business happen now! Campers develop real businesses and real products that they’ll present on Friday for a chance to win awesome prizes. Plus, you’ll be on your way to earning ...
Summer Camp: Junior Money Matters begins
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Belmar 401 South Pierce Street, Lakewood, CO, United StatesExplore fun things about money, banking and the world of work, while learning important basic financial skills. On the last day, you get to work in a business and run your very own life-like town. For students entering 3rd or 4th grade for the 2020-2021 school year.
Summer Camp: International Towne begins
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Denver 3550 East First Avenue, Denver, CO, United StatesAre you interested in learning about foreign currency, global trading and cultures around the world? Learn all this and more! On Friday, you will “travel” and run the world as a citizen of International Towne. Designed for students entering 6th or 7th grade for the 2020-2021 school year.
Summer Camp: Make it App’en begins
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Denver 3550 East First Avenue, Denver, CO, United StatesDo you love technology and gaming apps? This camp will teaches how to create, market, and sell your very own mobile application as a business venture. Campers will present and demo their apps on Friday for the chance to win cash prizes! Designed for students entering 6th-8th grade for the 2020-2021 school year.
Passbook Party
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Denver 3550 East First Avenue, Denver, CO, United StatesYoung Americans Bank has new Passbooks ready! Stop by any of our three locations on Saturday, August 22 10:00am to 3:00pm to pick up your 2020-2021 Passbook along with a goody bag of treats. Then, bring your Passbook with you when you do your banking to earn extra prizes!
Denver Startup Week YouthPass Pitch Challenge
OnlineHow did two high school seniors win the 2019 Denver Startup Week Pitch Challenge? Come see, as another group of exceptional young entrepreneurs vie for the top spot in the Youth Pass Pitch Challenge. In this session, 4 groups of students, aged 12-18, will pitch their businesses for a spot in the 2020 DSW Pitch Challenge. Contestants are youth entrepreneurs ...
Denver Startup Week Panel: What We Can Learn from Young Makers
OnlineMakers come in all shapes and sizes, and even all ages! Join us as both youth and young adult entrepreneurs share their insights about Denver’s Maker Movement. Panelists will detail the evolution of their businesses, explaining how they sustainably grew from youth-based hobbies to serious, full-time revenue generators. Business owners will highlight the key tools and resources in the Denver ...
TEDxMileHigh: Be Your Own Boss
OnlineYou don’t have to wait to be your own boss! YouthBiz is so excited to collaborate with TEDxMileHigh in this virtual workshop which is part of a series of Adventures to help middle and high school students connect with positive activities. Join us to explore how you can launch or grow your own business. We’ll dig in to how you ...
YouthBiz Workshop: Pop It Like It’s Hot
OnlineAges: 10-14 Cost: $10 fee for materials Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Materials needed: All participants will pick up a package of items in order to participate in this tasty workshop! You will need to pick up materials at our office at 3550 E. First Ave. Denver, Colorado ...
YouthBiz Workshop: Create a Business Plan Part 1
OnlineAges: 10-18 Cost: free! Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: If you’ve always wanted to own a business but weren’t sure how to start, this workshop is for you! During this two-part workshop, participants will work their way through creating a real-life business plan! No need to even ...
2020 Spotlight on YouthBiz Stars
Denver Center for the Performing Arts 1101 13th Street, Denver, CO, United StatesMake plans to join us virtually on Thursday, October 1, 2020 for Spotlight on YouthBiz Stars! This annual business competition and gala fundraiser supports financial literacy education and experiential entrepreneurship learning opportunities that reach nearly 70,000 youth every year. Table sponsorships and tickets are available! Contact Betsy Sklar, Vice President of Development, for more information at 303-320-3245 or bsklar@yacenter.org.
Create a Business Plan Workshop – Part 2
OnlineAges: 10-18 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: Now that you have your business idea, it is time to turn that idea into a plan! In this second session, participants will dive into marketing strategy, financial analysis and some next steps/ resources. By the completion of this workshop, ...
YouthBiz Workshop: Spooky Soapy Sorcery
OnlineAges: 10-14 Cost: $10 fee for materials Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Materials needed: All participants will pick up a package of items in order to participate in this tasty workshop! You will need to pick up materials at our office at 3550 E. First Ave. Denver, Colorado ...
YouthBiz Marketplace Online Bootcamp – Session A Begins
OnlineDo you have a product idea? Want to make some money selling your product? Join us in this live, four-day bootcamp! Participants will learn about market research, product development, financials all in preparation to sell their product online at the YouthBiz Holiday Virtual Marketplace November 27-December 6. Registration fee includes YouthBiz Marketplace booth reservation. This Bootcamp runs Monday, November 2 ...
YouthBiz Marketplace Online Bootcamp – Session B Begins
OnlineDo you have a product idea? Want to make some money selling your product? Join us in this live, four-day bootcamp! Participants will learn about market research, product development, financials all in preparation to sell their product online at the YouthBiz Holiday Virtual Marketplace November 27-December 6. Registration fee includes YouthBiz Marketplace booth reservation. This Bootcamp runs Thursday, November 12 ...
2020 YouthBiz Holiday Online Marketplace
OnlineFIND EXQUISITE GIFTS DIRECT FROM YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS The YouthBiz Marketplace is the ultimate buy local experience, and we’re bringing it to you online! Young business owners sell their unique products–all handmade by them. You will find beaded jewelry, greeting cards, bath products, home baked goodies, artwork, and more–unique gifts for everyone on your shopping list! This is the perfect opportunity ...
Colorado Gives Day – December 8, 2020
OnlineYoung Americans Center for Financial Education invites Coloradans to support hands-on financial education programs for youth by donating on Colorado Gives Day, December 8, 2020. This type of education is needed now more than ever!
Create a Business Plan Workshop – Part 1
OnlineAges: 10-18 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: If you’ve always wanted to own a business but weren’t sure how to start, this workshop is for you! During this two-part workshop, participants will work their way through creating a real-life business plan! No need to even have an idea—we ...
Tee-rrific Products Workshop
OnlineAges: 8-14 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Materials needed: All participants will pick up a package of items in order to participate in this workshop! You will need to pick up materials at our office at 3550 E. First Ave. Denver, Colorado 80206. If you are unable to ...
Create a Business Plan Workshop – Part 2
OnlineAges: 10-18 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: Now that you have your business idea, it is time to turn that idea into a plan! In this second session, participants will dive into marketing strategy, financial analysis and some next steps/ resources. By the completion of this workshop, ...
Genie-us in a Bottle Workshop
OnlineAges: 10-14 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Materials needed: All participants will pick up a package of items in order to participate in this workshop! You will need to pick up materials at our office at 3550 E. First Ave. Denver, Colorado 80206. If you are unable to ...
The Price is Right. Right? Workshop
OnlineAges: 8-14 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: Have you ever been in the store and thought, “Wow, this product is expensive or it’s pretty cheap?” Or maybe you already have a business and are trying to figure out how to price your product. In this session, we ...
2021 Donor Appreciation Event
OnlineWe hope you can join us virtually on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 to celebrate YOU! Thousands of youth have gained a hands-on lesson in financial education and entrepreneurship training thanks to your support. In addition to providing our thanks, Rich Martinez, President and CEO, and David Wolf, Board Chair of Young Americans Center for Financial Education, will reveal the results ...
Paper Product Perfection Workshop
OnlineAges: 10-14 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Materials needed: All participants will pick up a package of items in order to participate in this workshop! You will need to pick up materials at our office at 3550 E. First Ave. Denver, Colorado 80206. If you are unable to ...
It’s all Who You Know: A Virtual Networking Party
OnlineAges: 8-18 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: Have you ever heard the expression, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know!”? It’s all about networking, or meeting new people, and making connections. In today’s world, we know that’s not only hard for adults, but even harder ...
YouthBiz VIRTUAL Spring Break Mini Camp with Denver Public Library
VIRTUALGrades: 4-8 Format: Live sessions facilitated by a YouthBiz staff member Technology Needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection Description: 3-day program running Wednesday, March 31 - Friday, April 2 Win $100 for your business idea this spring! At YouthBiz StartUp Mini-Camp you will: Learn about yourself and others Compose your own power team Develop a business idea Create a prototype Pitch your ...
YouthBiz VIRTUAL Spring Break Mini Camp with Denver Public Library
VIRTUALGrades: 4-8 Format: Live sessions facilitated by a YouthBiz staff member Technology Needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection Description: 3-day program running Wednesday, March 31 - Friday, April 2 Win $100 for your business idea this spring! At YouthBiz StartUp Mini-Camp you will: Learn about yourself and others Compose your own power team Develop a business idea Create a prototype Pitch your ...
YouthBiz VIRTUAL Spring Break Mini Camp with Denver Public Library DAY 2
VIRTUALGrades: 4-8 Format: Live sessions facilitated by a YouthBiz staff member Technology Needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection Description: 3-day program running Wednesday, March 31 - Friday, April 2 Win $100 for your business idea this spring! At YouthBiz StartUp Mini-Camp you will: Learn about yourself and others Compose your own power team Develop a business idea Create a prototype Pitch your ...
YouthBiz VIRTUAL Spring Break Mini Camp with Denver Public Library
VIRTUALGrades: 4-8 Format: Live sessions facilitated by a YouthBiz staff member Technology Needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection Description: 3-day program running Wednesday, March 31 - Friday, April 2 Win $100 for your business idea this spring! At YouthBiz StartUp Mini-Camp you will: Learn about yourself and others Compose your own power team Develop a business idea Create a prototype Pitch your ...
YouthBiz VIRTUAL Spring Break Mini Camp with Denver Public Library DAY 3
VIRTUALGrades: 4-8 Format: Live sessions facilitated by a YouthBiz staff member Technology Needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection Description: 3-day program running Wednesday, March 31 - Friday, April 2 Win $100 for your business idea this spring! At YouthBiz StartUp Mini-Camp you will: Learn about yourself and others Compose your own power team Develop a business idea Create a prototype Pitch your ...
Let’s Make It Official: Protect Your Name
VIRTUALAges: 12-18 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: Do you have a business and you’re ready to make it official? We’ll go through a 3-step method to making your business official. You’ll learn about the ways to figure out if your business name has been taken or not, ...
Let’s Make It Official: Getting Down to Business
VIRTUALAges: 12-18 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: Do you have a business and you’re ready to make it official? We’ll go through a 3-step method to making your business official. You’ll learn about the ways to figure out if your business name has been taken or not, ...
Let’s Make It Official: Money, Money, Money…Taxes!
VIRTUALAges: 12-18 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: Do you have a business and you’re ready to make it official? We’ll go through a 3-step method to making your business official. You’ll learn about the ways to figure out if your business name has been taken or not, ...
2021 YouthBiz Spring Marketplace
OnlineThe YouthBiz Marketplace is the ultimate buy local experience, and this year you can shop online! Young business owners sell their unique products–all handmade by them. You will find beaded jewelry, greeting cards, bath products, home baked goodies, artwork, and more–unique gifts for everyone on your shopping list! This is the perfect opportunity for gift shopping and a great way ...
Online Sales: ECommerce vs. Multi-Vendor Marketplace
VIRTUALAges: 10-18 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: Since last year, entrepreneurs have had to shift the way they do business. If you were a brick and mortar, you had to start learning ways to expand your business, and one of those ways was having an online presence. ...
Online Sales: Shopify-Build Your Online Store
VIRTUALAges: 10-18 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: Since last year, entrepreneurs have had to shift the way they do business. If you were a brick and mortar, you had to start learning ways to expand your business, and one of those ways was having an online presence. ...
YouthBiz Marketplace Success Strategies
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Denver 3550 East First Avenue, Denver, CO, United StatesAges: 6-21 Format: Live, In-Person Session facilitated by trained staff members Description: Do you have a product idea you want to sell at the YouthBiz Holiday Marketplace? Join us in this live boot camp! Participants will learn about market research, product development, and financials. We'll also discuss all of the new requirements and what to expect in this year’s Marketplace. REQUIRED FOR ...
Online Sales: Etsy, Bitsy Business
VIRTUALAges: 10-18 Format: Live Session facilitated by trained staff members Technology needed: tablet or laptop, internet connection, Google account Description: Since last year, entrepreneurs have had to shift the way they do business. If you were a brick and mortar, you had to start learning ways to expand your business, and one of those ways was having an online presence. ...
Deadline to apply for the 2021 YouthBiz Stars Business Competition
OnlineSpotlight on YouthBiz Stars is Colorado's premier business competition for young people, age 6-21. Young entrepreneurs complete an online application, and then a panel of judges selects a winner and two finalists in each age category. Winners receive up to $5,000, and finalists receive up to $500. Winners are also paired with a leading business owner from the Colorado community. ...
Shape Up US presents Young Lions Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course and Family Festival
Bicentennial Park in Aurora, CO 13600 E. Bayaud Ave, Aurora, CO, United StatesThe Young Lions Ninja Warrior-style obstacle course is a fun 1-mile course featuring 10 crazy obstacles that kids love! Ages 5 – 17 are welcome to participate. Registration is $20/person. Event organizers strongly encourage pre-registration at YoungLionsOCR.com/denver-2021 Other festival activities are free for the whole family and feature inflatables, interactive booths, cool off stations, and more. Stop by the Young ...
Young Americans Summer Bash 2021
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Denver 3550 East First Avenue, Denver, CO, United StatesFree Summer Fun at Young Americans Noon - 5:30 -- Food, arts and crafts, games, and prizes! 3:30 - 5:30 -- YouthBiz Stars Mini Marketplace 5:30 - 7:00 -- Finalists Announcement for YouthBiz Stars FOR ALL AGES 3550 E. 1st Avenue, Denver, CO printable flier here
Piggy Banks Scavenger Hunt
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Denver 3550 East First Avenue, Denver, CO, United StatesHave fun and gain money smarts by participating in the 2021 Piggy Banks Scavenger Hunt for kids! Find piggy banks and earn money – up to $50 – for new bank accounts. For ages 4-21. Stop by Young Americans Bank in Belmar (401 S Pierce Street, Lakewood) or Cherry Creek (3550 E 1st Avenue, Denver) on or after JULY 26 to pick up a game card and begin ...
2021 Passbook Party
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Denver 3550 East First Avenue, Denver, CO, United StatesJoin us this Saturday from 10am - 3pm for our annual Passbook Party. Pick up your 2021-2022 passbook and a gift! What is a Passbook? The Money Matters Passbook is for youth ages 3-16. Win prizes for completing activities, going to fun classes, and making deposits in your Young Americans Bank account between September 2021 and August 2022. How to ...
Great Businesses Doing Good, with Good Business Colorado
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Denver 3550 East First Avenue, Denver, CO, United StatesAges: 8-21 Format: Live, In-Person Session facilitated by trained staff members Description: Join us for this social enterprise-themed workshop, featuring three socially minded businesses in the Denver community. Learn why running a social enterprise is good for your community, your customers, and your bottom line by interacting directly with prominent business leaders. We’ll also learn how to start your social enterprise, or incorporate ...
Painting Meets Business
Young Americans Center for Financial Education and Young Americans Bank - Denver 3550 East First Avenue, Denver, CO, United StatesAges: 8-18 Format: Live, In-Person Session facilitated by trained staff members Cost: $10 Materials Fee Description: Calling all art lovers! Knowing how to sell your art will help you inspire your customers and become familiar with the business side of art. Join us in our autumn-inspired painting workshop and create your own art piece that is ready to sell. Then, learn how to ...
