The Push For Entrepreneurship Event was designed to raise funds for underserved youth through the power of fitness. All funds raised go directly to support K-12 Invention Convention programs in some of Connecticut's most in-need areas. All donations are tax deductible.
If you'd like to support the Push For Entrepreneurship fundraiser, you can either donate directly or register as a fundraiser (a "pusher"), and raise funds directly for October 16, when you will do two hours of exercise to support young inventors in the state.
Who. Hundreds of parents, fitness buffs, educators, inventors, and community supporters who believe in the importance of young inventors and/or heathy living.
What. Doing two hours of exercise in a celebration of young ingenuity and a commitment to supporting students without ready access to innovation programs.
Where. Wakeman Boys and Girls Club 385 Center St Southport, CT 06890
When. October 16, from 9am EST to 1pm EST.
Why. Because EVERY child deserves to be an inventor, and to learn that they have the power to change the world.
How. When a community comes together to support those who go without, anything is possible.
The Impact of Push For Entrepreneurship
Last year, the Push For Entrepreneurship Fundraiser raised more than $40,000. Here's the impact the Connecticut Invention Convention was able to achieve with these funds:
Underserved Students: The Connecticut Invention Convention brought programs to 878 underserved students through the funds raised by Push For Entrepreneurship.
Underserved Communities: The Connecticut Invention Convention brought its programs to 19 underserved schools and/or learning institutions through the funds raised by Push For Entrepreneurship.
Urban Program Coordinator: As a result of the funds raised by Push For Entrepreneurship, the Connecticut Invention Convention was able to hire a part-time Urban Programs Coordinator dedicated to supporting in-need schools.
Check out this video from last year's Push For Entrepreneurship to learn more: