Birmingham Kidpreneur Fair
Saturday, April 15, 2023
11:00AM - 2:00PM
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About the fair
Here's a fantastic opportunity for your kidpreneurs to launch their own startup business!
For this one-day marketplace, kids will develop their brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and open their business to customers.
We will host up to 20 booths at this Inaugural event, held Saturday, October 29, 2022, from 10 AM to 1 PM. An award ceremony will immediately follow. We are currently searching for the perfect location.
This event, sponsored by Acton Academy, the Acton School of Business, and the generous support of our donors and volunteers will inspire young entrepreneurs to work hard and strive for excellence!
Who knows, maybe your kidpreneur may start the next business that transforms lives and makes this world a better place!
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Alfrea Riley Moore
🗓️ Started hosting in 2021
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The Birmingham Kidpreneur Fair, started by a momma and her two kiddos, is built upon the belief that youth from Birmingham (and surrounding areas) are capable of producing something spectacular!
After connecting with Acton Academy and the Acton School of Business, they knew that hosting such an event would be the perfect way to help kidpreneurs share their gifts with the local community!
After connecting with Acton Academy and the Acton School of Business, they knew that hosting such an event would be the perfect way to help kidpreneurs share their gifts with the local community!
Frequently asked questions
What is the Birmingham Kidpreneur Fair?
The Birmingham Kidpreneur Fair inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneurs. This one-day market gives children the opportunity to showcase their very own businesses.
How many businesses will you accept?
We will accept up to 20 businesses.
Where should I begin?
Start with our resources page. Then, read inspiring stories about other young entrepreneurs and play games to hone your business skills.
How do I apply? Can I apply as part of a group?
All applications must be submitted online. Please submit one application for each business. Children working as a group should submit one application that includes each child’s information. No more than 3 participants per business.
What is on the application?
The application asks kids to think through some simple but important elements of their business:
- What product or service do you plan to sell?
- What price will you charge for each product/service? How much will each product/service cost you?
- How will you pay for your startup costs? If someone is helping you with your startup costs, how will you pay that person back?
- How will you advertise/market your business before the fair?
- At the end of the fair, how will you determine if your business was a success?
What if someone else has the same business idea?
Two bracelet businesses? Not a problem. In general, we will let market forces play out, though we will let later entries know if another applicant has a similar idea so the later entrant can decide what to do.
How will the fair be set up?
Details will be shared soon!
Will electricity be available?
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide electricity to the booths.
What are the rules?
This event is designed to give children (ages 5 years to 14 years) the experience of selling a product or service.
The kidpreneurs are responsible for setting up their booths, interacting with customers, and transacting sales. Adults can assist on a limited basis with younger children.
The kidpreneurs are responsible for setting up their booths, interacting with customers, and transacting sales. Adults can assist on a limited basis with younger children.
Adults may help their children fill out the application, but we expect the children to do as much as possible by themselves.
How did the Acton Children’s Business Fair get started?
