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Building foundations for the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Giving back to our community by paying it forward.
The New York Business Plan Competition impacts hundreds of students from more than 50 colleges and universities every year. Nearly 50% of participants self-identify as under-represented founders. More than $500k has been invested in this program, with over $350k awarded in prize money to emerging founders since 2017. If you want to become a major donor or a program sponsor, let us know!
Your contributions support:
Provide a platform for competition to strengthen entrepreneurship skills
Create opportunities to build connections between emerging entrepreneurs and business professionals
Offer seed capital through non-dilutive prizes that help get new ventures launched
Donations are tax-deductible through Upstate Capital’s 501c3 organization. You’ll be part of shaping the future. It’s rewarding, we promise!
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Programs like the NYBPC rely on your willingness to “give first”, and while you may expect something in return in theory, you generally cannot predict when and what form that will take. Everyone has something to offer, so please let us know that you’re interested. We’ll help to figure out the rest!
