BUILD (build.org)
National nonprofit that uses entrepreneurship as a teaching tool, guiding high school students in under-resourced communities to launch real ventures while building toward college and career.
Coach's summary
Teenagers running a real business learn negotiation and rejection early. That head start compounds.
Key programs
Program details are still being written up. In the meantime, the site itself is the best starting point.
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