IDEAS BY YOUTH™

Empowering Youth as Global
Change-Makers

Join us on May 21st, 2026 at 6:00 PM for an evening that will shift the way you see the next generation. Our Youth Social Entrepreneur Pitch Showcase will take place entirely over Zoom, granting you the opportunity to connect with young people from across the country and internationally.

Over the past nine weeks, our young people have been doing more than learning, they’ve been building. They’ve explored real-world challenges, asked bold questions, and created social impact business ideas rooted in purpose, innovation, and courage. From tackling rising unemployment and inflation affecting young people, to addressing plastic waste and environmental pollution, these students are stepping into leadership with vision and heart. Now, it’s time for them to share their brilliance.

We are inviting business leaders, community changemakers, industry professionals, and experts to be part of this powerful moment—to listen, engage, and offer meaningful feedback that will help shape these ideas into real ventures. This isn’t the end of their journey—it’s the beginning.

Following the showcase, each participant will enter a 6-month mentorship program and beyond, receiving:

Guidance from experienced professionals
Strategic partnerships
A startup grant to bring their business to life

This is what investing in the future looks like. This is what believing in young people looks like.

JOIN THE SHOWCASE

Come witness what happens when young minds are given the space to lead, create, and solve real problems.

Your presence matters. Your voice matters. And most importantly…

Their ideas matter.

Join us.

🕕 May 21st, 2026 | 6:00 PM EST

Empowering Youth through

Social Entrepreneurship

Our Social Entrepreneurship Program is dedicated to building a mindset and skill set in young people that will guide them purposefully through life and career. This program empowers students to identify pressing social issues, conduct research, and develop innovative, community-driven solutions. Through collaboration with mentors and industry experts, students gain invaluable real-world experiences, equipping them with the entrepreneurial mindset essential to drive meaningful change in their communities and beyond. Our goal is to foster the next generation of thoughtful, intentional leaders prepared to make a positive impact in the world.

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Shaping Global Citizens

Fostering Global Change-Makers

At Ideas by Youth, we believe in nurturing the innovators and problem-solvers of tomorrow. Our Project-Based Learning (PBL) curricula are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), preparing students to impact both their local communities and the wider world, empowering a generation of young leaders ready to take on today’s most critical challenges.

Our Impact

4500+

Students Served

500+

Facilitators Served

98%

Satisfaction Rate

Project-Based Learning (PBL) Pathways

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Through our Project-Based Learning (PBL) pathways, students engage in hands-on projects across six key areas, including Health & Wellness, Financial Literacy, and Community Organizing. These pathways encourage students to explore and address real-world issues, creating actionable solutions that generate both local and global impact.

How Our Youth Excel

Through our programs, students not only build entrepreneurial skills but also make a tangible difference in their communities and beyond. Whether through creating business solutions, tackling environmental challenges, or promoting public health, our students are emerging as leaders for tomorrow.