Yvette's Local Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund
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Deadline
March 1, 2027
327 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Yvette's Local Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund
Overview: The Dane Buy Local Foundation provides scholarships to support new high school graduates pursuing business, marketing, and entrepreneurship education, particularly those who might not otherwise be supported.
Background: Established in 2012 at Madison Community Foundation in honor of Yvette Jones, founder of designCraft Advertising and former Dane Buy Local board member. The fund reflects Yvette's belief that entrepreneurship and small business aspirations should not be limited to young people with privilege, means, and existing connections.
Purpose: To invest in motivated young people and foster the development of future local business visionaries.
- High school seniors in the area
- Planning to pursue a career in business
- Enrolling in a post-secondary education program preparing them for independent business ownership
Eligibility
- Dane County, Wisconsin area
Geographic Scope
- Address: 2801 International Ln, #110, Madison, WI 53704, USA
- Phone: (608) 729-7342
- Email: info@danebuylocal.com
- Website: danebuylocal.com
Contact Information
How to Apply
How to Apply
1. Review the application brochure for complete details and requirements
2. Submit application online via the provided application portal
3. Deadline: Applications are due the first day of March each year (March 1)
- See brochure for specific requirements
Required Materials
- Brochure with Details: Available on the Yvette's Local Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund page
- Online Application Portal: Available on the website
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