Summer Entrepreneurship Institute:
Empowering Future Entrepreneurs In Partnership with Seton Hall University
Help us reach our goal of raising $5,000 to provide
scholarships for 5–10 deserving high school students
to attend this life-changing program
Donations Up to Date:
About the Summer Entrepreneurship Institute
The Summer Entrepreneurship Institute is a dynamic workshop designed to equip high school students with essential entrepreneurial and business skills. Hosted on Seton Hall University’s campus, the program includes:
- Ideation and Business Planning
- Customer Discovery and Market Research
- Sales, Presentation Skills, and Basic Financials
Through interactive lectures, teamwork, and hands-on activities, students will develop their own business ideas, gaining skills vital for today’s global economy.
The Summer Entrepreneurship Institute is a 9-day program taught by GNEC Executive Director Victor Salama. This year, the program will be Monday through Friday in Week 1 (July 7-11) and Monday through Thursday in Week 2 (July 14-17).
Schools Represented
Why Support Us?
Greater Newark Enterprises Corporation (GNEC) is committed to closing the racial funding gap by:
- Empowering students from predominantly low-income neighborhoods.
- Providing access to a network of industry professionals.
- Offering an early foundation in entrepreneurship and business.
Your contribution helps students:
- Access a college campus experience.
- Build and pitch their own business ideas.
- Invest in their futures and contribute to their communities.
Your Impact:
We aim to raise $5,000 to:
- Cover tuition for low-income students.
- Provide program materials and activities.
- Enhance our capacity to reach more students.
For example:
- $25: Covers program supplies for one student.
- $50: Provides meals for one student during the program.
- $100: Funds a student’s participation in the final showcase event.
- $500: Contributes significantly toward tuition for one student.
- $2,000: Fully sponsors one student’s tuition for the program
Sponsor a Future Entrepreneur Today
Help us reach our $5,000 goal to unlock the potential
of young, aspiring entrepreneurs.
Interactive Learning
Engage in teamwork and
business simulations.
Real-World Skills
Learn ideation, sales,
financials, and pitching.
Showcase Event:
Pitch ideas to
community guests.
In Partnership with Seton Hall University
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