The City of Brighton is excited to announce the return of its Young Entrepreneurs Program, a dynamic initiative under the Growing Grads umbrella. This program offers youth aged 19 and under a unique opportunity to delve into the world of entrepreneurship through engaging, hands-on experiences.
đź“… Program Schedule
- Orientation: Monday, June 23, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Bootcamps: Tuesday, June 24 & Wednesday, June 25
- Ages 12 and under: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Ages 13 and over: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Location: Brighton City Hall, 500 S. 4th Avenue
đź’ˇ Program Highlights
Participants will engage in two half-day bootcamps designed to teach essential business skills, including:
- Ideation and product development
- Effective communication strategies
- Budgeting and expense management
Upon completion, participants will have the opportunity to showcase and sell their products at the Brighton City BBQ on July 17.
Tawnya Russell, Manager of Youth Services, emphasizes the program's impact:
“The Young Entrepreneurs Program gives youth a chance to explore the world of entrepreneurship—an exciting path that could become one of many ways they achieve success after high school. It’s all about helping them build confidence, creativity, and real-world skills they can carry into the future.”
đź“ť Application Details
- Eligibility: Youth aged 19 and under
- Application Deadline: June 12
- Apply Here: Brighton Young Entrepreneurs Program Application
For more information, contact:
- Tawnya Russell, Manager of Youth Services
- Phone: 303-655-2123
- Email: trussell@brightonco.gov
