Promote Youth Entrepreneurship Day
Each year the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) calls for a global celebration of Youth Entrepreneurship Day during National Entrepreneurship Month in November.
This toolkit is your resource for supporting this observance and NFTE’s Fuel a Future initiative to ignite the entrepreneurial mindset in young innovators. Below are a few ways you can join NFTE in advocating for entrepreneurship education as a vital solution to future workforce readiness, global sustainability, and socioeconomic success.
Tools & Guidance for NFTE Alumni
Support Youth Entrepreneurship Day by sharing your NFTE experience! Contact marketing@nfte.com for additional support.
Make a Video
Record a short video sharing your NFTE story with the following:
- Your name
- Year you took the NFTE course
- How your life has been impacted by NFTE
- A favorite memory from your NFTE experience
- End your video with the phrase “fuel the future of a leader like me”
Share on Social Media
- Utilize sample social media posts
- Customize social media templates
Start a Fundraiser
Visit nftecom.com/give to donate and to start your own fundraiser. Watch the video to find out more or follow the below instructions.
- Click on “start a fundraiser”
- Select the region you’d like to support
- Select Alumni as your participation type
- Fill in your contact information
- Customize your fundraising page text
- Update your fundraising page image with your own picture or utilize this template to customize further
- Add contacts
- Customize your email communications
- Start fundraising beginning November 1!
Share with Your Business Network
Share your NFTE story with business contacts or prospective sponsors with the sample texts below.
Get Involved
Shop
Buy products and use services offered by young entrepreneurs. Support alumni businesses.
Tools & Guidance for Everyone
Key Messages
- Future Workforce Readiness – Entrepreneurship education equips students with critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills essential for the future workforce.
- Global Sustainability – Innovative entrepreneurial solutions can address global challenges such as climate change, resource management, and sustainable development.
- Socioeconomic Success – Entrepreneurship fosters economic growth, job creation, and social mobility, contributing to a more equitable society.
Sample Email
“Subject: Engage Your Team in Fueling Futures! “
“Dear [Colleague’s Name], “
“I hope this message finds you well! As a supporter of NFTE (Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship), I’m excited to reach out about a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our community.
This November, we will celebrate #YouthEntrepreneurshipDay, a special event dedicated to supporting young innovators and promoting entrepreneurship education. There are so many students who can benefit from NFTE’s amazing program.
If you think the future will be brighter with more young people who are empowered to own their future, please join me in celebrating Youth Entrepreneurship Day. You and your organization can play a significant role in this event by promoting it within your network. Please consider sharing our vision on your platforms, hosting discussions among your team, or participating directly in the event. To learn more about how you and your employees can get involved, visit nftecomprod.wpenginepowered.com/fuelafuture.
Let’s work together to create a brighter future for our youth and the entrepreneurs of tomorrow!
Thank you for your support, and I look forward to discussing how we can collaborate. “
“Best regards, “
“[Your Name] “
Sample Social Media Posts
Hashtags: #NFTE, #YouthEntrepreneurshipDay, #FuelaFutureLikeMine, and #FuelaFuture
- Celebrate #YouthEntrepreneurshipDay by supporting young innovators! Visit nftecomprod.wpenginepowered.com/fuelafuture to learn how entrepreneurship education prepares students for the future. #NFTE #FuelaFuture
- Did you know? Entrepreneurship education can drive global sustainability and economic growth. Join us in supporting #NFTE and #YouthEntrepreneurshipDay by going to nftecomprod.wpenginepowered.com/fuelafuture! #FuelaFuture
- Empower the next generation of leaders by promoting entrepreneurship education. This November, let’s work together to create a brighter future for tomorrow’s leaders! Go to nftecomprod.wpenginepowered.com/fuelafuture to find out how. #YouthEntrepreneurshipDay #NFTE #FuelaFuture
Sample Social Media Posts
- Hi [NAME]! This November, you can fuel a future of leaders like me by supporting #YouthEntrepreneurshipDay. To get involved, visit nftecomprod.wpenginepowered.com/fuelafuture. Let’s celebrate #YouthEntrepreneurshipDay and empower the next generation of leaders! Thank you!
- Hi [NAME]! During November we celebrate #YouthEntrepreneurshipDay. To learn more about how you can help fuel the future of entrepreneurs, please visit nftecomprod.wpenginepowered.com/fuelafuture. Let’s empower the next generation of leaders together!
Helpful Resources
- About Fuel a Future
- NFTE Overview Flyer
- NFTE At a Glance
- Promotional Graphics & Materials – Read the 2024 press release here. Download Fuel a Future graphics.
- Access NFTE’s research and watch videos about NFTE and entrepreneurship.
- Use these educational resources designed to teach entrepreneurship concepts to students.
- Subscribe to and read NFTE Nexus Policy Briefs to stay informed about entrepreneurship education and its impact.
- Advocate for entrepreneurship programs to be required by federal law in workforce development efforts.
