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Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) is driven by its mission to ignite the entrepreneurial mindset with unique learning experiences that empower students to own their future. NFTE builds startup skills in underserved youth from under-resourced communities to ensure their success and create a more vibrant, global society. We train an expert Entrepreneurial Teacher Corps to deliver the NFTE curriculum and we provide a robust volunteer network of entrepreneurs and successful businesspeople to support classroom activities and student business plan competitions.
To explore NFTE’s courses, visit What We Do. When a school or organization partners with NFTE, educators receive the benefits of the Entrepreneurial Teacher Corps.
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Are you looking for the meaning or definition of the Entrepreneurial Mindset Index (EMI) ™? The EMI, powered by NFTE, measures and develops durable skills in eight critical domains of entrepreneurial thinking: Comfort with Risk, Communication & Collaboration, Creativity & Innovation, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving, Flexibility & Adaptability, Future Orientation, Initiative & Self-reliance, and Opportunity Recognition.
These skills and behaviors are crucial preparation for careers of the future. Created with Educational Testing Service (ETS)-a renowned educational testing organization-this research-based index provides detailed reports and actionable data, empowering students to thrive in a competitive economy. View EMI FAQs.
The World Series of Innovation (WSI) is a free, online global competition run by NFTE Global that challenges young people to solve real-world problems using design thinking. Each fall, corporate sponsors select one of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and create innovation challenges. Participants submit ideas for a chance to win cash prizes while driving social impact.
WSI has two age-based leagues:
- Impact League (ages 13–24)
- Imagination League (ages 5–12)
Open to all eligible participants—no fees or prior NFTE experience required—WSI is entirely online and accessible to anyone with internet and a big idea. Learn more and sign up at innovation.nfte.com. To discover other NFTE competitions, visit nfte.com/compete.
Innovation Days is a NFTE Global program that brings together students and volunteers for a day of learning, preparing student teams to participate in the World Series of Innovation (WSI). These events occur each fall as in-person gatherings or virtual sessions, ranging from 2- to 3-hour events with speakers and breaks to shorter 60- or 90-minute virtual sessions.
Innovation Days capture the essence of the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship experience by engaging community volunteers with young people to explore critical issues like hunger, poverty, and environmental sustainability.
Business leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs enhance their skills-based volunteerism while nurturing creativity and entrepreneurial thinking in youth. This collaboration empowers the next generation of changemakers. To discover other NFTE competitions, visit nfte.com/compete.
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) offers its award-winning programs to elementary-age students up to young adult learners. You’ll find NFTE students in middle schools, high schools, community-based organizations, summer camp programs, and postsecondary institutions. NFTE’s program delivery options include in-school, out-of-school, in-person, online, and hybrid (online + in-person). The World Series of Innovation is open to young people ages 5-24, and our Start It Up program is open to any adult interested in learning entrepreneurship essentials.
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) receives funding from partner schools as well as from corporations, foundations, and individuals who believe in our mission and values. Partner with us. Read our Annual Report and other financial documents. Check out Ways to Give to help Fuel a Future full of diverse young entrepreneurs.
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Yes! Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) leads the global movement for equitable access to
entrepreneurship education. To drive that purpose, we provide a variety of resources, and anyone can purchase our curriculum, which offers valuable information on how to start and operate your own business. We offer a World Series of Innovation (WSI) for anyone age 5 to 24 who wants to give business pitching a try. There is even a discount available for WSI participants who want to take our Entrepreneurship and Small Business Certification preparation course. NFTE’s books are available in our online marketplace. If you purchase a copy of The Entrepreneurial Mindset, 100% of the proceeds benefit NFTE learners.
Yes! NFTE is a tax-exempt non-profit 501(c)(3) in good standing in all states in which it is registered, including California. All gifts are 100% tax deductible as per your local regulations. Questions?