BUILDFest Boston was a resounding success, filled with excitement and inspiration. The event showcased the remarkable efforts of student entrepreneurs, highlighting their hard work and innovative projects 🎉 #BUILDFestBoston2024 https://hubs.ly/Q02HQVxj0
BUILD
Non-profit Organizations
Redwood City, CA 10,509 followers
Entrepreneurship is the hook. College and career success is the goal.
About us
Founded in 1999, BUILD uses entrepreneurship-based, experiential learning to ignite the potential of youth in under-resourced communities and equip them for high school, college and career success. BUILD’s unique program offers students a four year entrepreneurship experience designed to reinforce the Common Core, develop 21st Century Skills and motivate student engagement in school. Starting in 9th grade, BUILD students work with their peers and community mentors to develop business ideas, pitch to funders and launch real businesses. As they journey through high school, BUILD provides students with support in navigating the college application process and the opportunity to explore college and career options, while expanding their businesses or opting into community internships. BUILD currently serves approximately 2,000 high school students at programs located in the San Francisco Bay Area; Washington, DC; Boston, MA, and New York City. BUILD is made up of a diverse, results driven and passionate team who believe in the potential of every student and the power of entrepreneurship-based, experiential learning to transform the education landscape. We work in a collaborative environment where perseverance, flexibility, cross-cultural understanding and an entrepreneurial spirit are encouraged and celebrated. For more information, please visit wwwBUILD.org. Linktr.ee/BUILDNational
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http://www.BUILD.org
External link for BUILD
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Redwood City, CA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1999
- Specialties
- youth development, college preparation, business mentoring, and academic tutoring
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Employees at BUILD
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Barbara Bellissimo
Innovative Leader | Artist | Expert at Building Confidence and Culture at Nonprofit Organizations
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Suzanne McKechnie Klahr
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Ajay Agarwal
Partner at Bain Capital Ventures. Seed and Series A investor in SAAS
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Robert Glazer
5X Entrepreneur, #1 WSJ & USA Today Bestselling Author, Top .1% Podcast Host and Keynote Speaker. Board Chair & Founder @ Acceleration Partners
Updates
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BUILDFest NYC was an incredible success, filled with energy and inspiration! 🌟 Our talented student entrepreneurs wowed us with their innovative projects and impressive dedication. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to making this event unforgettable! #BUILDFestNYC #YouthInnovation #BUILDorg https://hubs.ly/Q02HQYVK0
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Join us in building a brighter future with BUILD! 🌟 Your support can empower young entrepreneurs to turn their dreams into reality. Every donation helps us provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities they need to succeed. Together, we can make a difference—one business idea at a time. 💪✨ #BUILDorg #EmpowerYouth #MakeADifference
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Shoutout to our incredible young entrepreneurs from Washington DC 🏛️ who participated in BUILDFest this year! 💙 Check out the highlights from the event in our video recap! Did you miss BUILDFest DC? It's not too late to make a gift in honor of our amazing students 👉https://hubs.ly/Q02Hm3s30 #BUILDFest #YoungEntrepreneurs #DC #Innovation #Inspiration #FutureLeaders #BUILDFest2024 #StartUpStars #EntrepreneurLife #DreamBig #BuildTheFuture #InnovationInAction #BusinessMinds #DMVAreaBusiness #YouthInBusiness #CreativeMinds #AspiringEntrepreneurs #StartupSuccess
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🎉 Shoutout to our incredible young entrepreneurs from the Bay Area who participated in BUILDFest this year! ⭐ Check out the highlights from the event in our video recap! Did you miss BUILDFest BAY? It's not too late to make a gift in honor of our amazing students 👉https://hubs.ly/Q02H98W-0 #BUILDFest #YoungEntrepreneurs #BayArea #Innovation #Inspiration #FutureLeaders #BUILDFest2024 #StartUpStars #NextGenLeaders #EntrepreneurLife #DreamBig #BuildTheFuture #InnovationInAction #BusinessMinds #BayAreaBusiness #YouthInBusiness #CreativeMinds #AspiringEntrepreneurs #StartupSuccess #FutureCEOs #InspirationStation
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BUILDFest Southwestern PA was an incredible success, filled with excitement and inspiration. The event showcased the outstanding efforts of student entrepreneurs who presented their hard work and innovative projects. Did you miss the event? Click to view BUILDFest SWPA blog post recap https://hubs.ly/Q02GjkPS0
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On June 27, BUILD Boston hosted a mixer for all the alumni of our BUILD programs! We want to give a huge thanks to Goodwin for hosting this incredible event full of networking, professional development, and reconnection. Students were able to receive a LinkedIn makeover from volunteers and headshots from a professional photographer provided by Goodwin. Another special thanks to Marieljane Bastien, Nohemie Mondesir, Kaitlin Moroney for making this event possible. We look forward to hosting more events like this in the future!
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BUILDFest LA was an astounding success, brimming with excitement and inspiration. The event highlighted the exceptional efforts of student entrepreneurs, who showcased their hard work and innovative projects. Did you miss the event? Click to view BUILDFest LA blog post recap https://hubs.ly/Q02GjhsV0
BUILDFest Los Angeles 2024 Recap
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Last week, we celebrated high school students joining our alumni network and heard inspiring stories. 🙌 Thanks to Michael Copty and Silicon Valley Bank for hosting a festive night in the East Village. Our young innovators are ready to set the world on fire! 🌟🔥 #AlumniNetwork #NYC #BUILD #Community
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BUILDFest Metro DC was a huge success, brimming with excitement and inspiration. The event highlighted the impressive efforts of student entrepreneurs who showcased their hard work and innovative projects. Did you miss the event? Click to view Metro DC blog post recap https://hubs.ly/Q02G68gQ0
BUILDFest Metro DC 2024 Recap
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