Youth Entrepreneur Program - City of Happy Valley
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Youth Entrepreneur Program

Inspire, create, and grow!

The Youth Entrepreneur Program empowers K-12 students in our community!

Inspire creativity, build confidence, and grow your entrepreneurial spirit! Expanding on last year’s success, the Happy Valley Youth Entrepreneur Program gives K-12 students the opportunity to showcase and sell their handmade crafts or services at five major city events: Paws in the Park, the 4th of July Family Festival, one Summer Concert, Oktoberfest, and the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Thanks to sponsorship and mentorship from the Happy Valley Business Alliance, young participants will gain firsthand business experience—from designing products to engaging with customers—all while developing essential entrepreneurial skills. Each accepted applicant will receive a Happy Valley Business License, a recognition letter from the Mayor, and access to a network of local mentors and business leaders.

Get ready! Applications for the 2026 Youth Entrepreneur Program open April 1. We can’t wait to see this year’s young entrepreneurs apply!

Let’s keep celebrating the creativity, drive, and spirit of our local youth!

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    If you were given the chance to showcase your items in the Happy Valley store (located at City Hall) for 1 month would you be interested? This would mean you would need to have a small display, marketing materials and a way to accept payment.