Empower the Next Generation of Innovators—and Get Paid to Do It!
Calling All Educators! Aspiring Youth Academy (AYA), in collaboration with ASU’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute, invites you to bring innovation and opportunity directly to your students — while earning a $1,500 stipend and performance bonuses. This summer, be part of a powerful movement to equip young minds with the tools they need […]
Money Smart Summer Series: Youth Edition
This Event is Full! Please contact us if you are interested in future events. A Financial Education Cohort for Ages 13–18 June 25 Session: Banking Basics Learn how to open accounts, avoid fees, and manage your money wisely Money Skills They Don’t Teach in School Real-life financial confidence starts here. Aspiring Youth Academy and […]
Money Smart Summer Series: Youth Edition: Budgeting and Saving
This Event is Full! Please contact us if you are interested in future events. A Financial Education Cohort for Ages 13–18 July 9 Session: Budgeting and Saving Create a personalized spending plan that helps you reach your goals Money Skills They Don’t Teach in School Real-life financial confidence starts here. Aspiring Youth Academy and […]
Money Smart Summer Series: Youth Edition: Understanding Credit
This Event is Full! Please contact us if you are interested in future events. A Financial Education Cohort for Ages 13–18 July 16 Session: Understanding Credit Get smart about credit cards, credit scores, and how to build credit responsibly Money Skills They Don’t Teach in School Real-life financial confidence starts here. Aspiring Youth Academy […]
Money Smart Summer Series: Entrepreneurship and Smart Spending 2
This Event is Full! Please contact us if you are interested in future events. A Financial Education Cohort for Ages 13–18 July 25 Session: Entrepreneurship and Smart Spending Part 2 Explore how to turn your ideas into income and make smart spending choices Money Skills They Don’t Teach in School Real-life financial confidence starts […]
FREE Shirt Printing Workshop with There Space
There Space is Arizona’s only membership-based screen print studio. Join us for this special event where you’ll: learn the logistics of screen printing, create a design, and print your creation on a t-shirt! You’ll have guidance from our screen printing teachers and the opportunity to learn the business side of things from our owners. Class […]
Sept. 18: Meet-up @ Fair Trade Cafe w/ Founder, Stephanie Vasquez
☕ Flights, Flavors & Founders – Teen Meet-Up!When: Sept. 18, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Fair Trade Cafe, Phoenix Come chill with us at one of the coolest coffee spots in Phoenix! Pick your own coffee or matcha flight, taste awesome flavors, and hang out with friends. We’ll also meet Stephanie Vasquez — Latina entrepreneur […]
2025 Teacher Appreciation Reception
Join us! For a beautiful evening of connection, celebration, and possibility at the Phoenix Country Club. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, soft drinks, and cocktails—plus gorgeous golf course views—as we honor Title I teachers and Arizona educators/facilitators and mingle with community leaders. Learn how Aspiring Youth Academy and the ASU-powered Innovation Hub can bring real-world learning to […]
Aspire to Pitch! Teen Pitch Competition
Aspire to Pitch! Saturday, October 4 • Phoenix Country Club Aspiring Youth Academy invites you to celebrate the power of young innovators at Aspire to Pitch! A teen showcase of bold ideas and entrepreneurial spirit. Up to 5 Teens ages 13–18 will take the stage to share their big ideas for businesses, products, and social […]
Community Luncheon
Join us! Join us for the Aspiring Youth Academy Invest in Innovation Community Luncheon! This in-person event will be held at the Arizona Country Club on East Orange Blossom Lane, in the vibrant city of Phoenix, AZ, USA. Start your day off right by connecting with like-minded individuals who share a passion for supporting and […]
Nov. 13 – Teen Meetup – Beyond the Menu
Learn about restaurant entrepreneurship with local business leader and co-founder Lauren Bailey. You will get the chance to: Meet Lauren Bailey and hear her incredible story Network with other entrepreneurial teens Build community Enjoy FREE food at Joyride! About Lauren Bailey Co-Founder & CEO of Postino & Upward Projects Lauren Bailey is the Co-Founder […]
