You never know. Some great ideas started out on a napkin.
The Contest Listen. The world is changing and money’s tight, and we know that a lot of students are looking for a little side hustle to make ends meet. This semester, we're going to help 20 students get their business idea off the ground to gain business experience and ease some of that financial stress.
Just grab a napkin and start doodling your idea. Tell us why you want to get this business started, or any other info to let us know your plan. Then take a pic and SUBMIT it for your chance to win a $500 prize package to get you going. It’s that simple.
The Prizes 20 WINNERS. Each Winner will receive a Prize Package ($500 Value) that includes:
Who Can Enter? The contest is open to legal residents of the United States, 18-24 years old, full or part-time college student currently attending an accredited degree-granting undergraduate school. See Official Rules.
The Judging Criteria Judges will evaluate and score your idea based on the following criteria:
APPEAL: How eye-catching is your overall presentation?
FEASIBILITY: Are there resources currently available to make your idea a reality?
ORIGINALITY: Does your idea resemble an existing business or does it have a key differentiator?
