Children's Business Fair in Port St. Lucie
Saturday, February 10, 2024
10:00AM - 1:00PM
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About the fair
Observe the opportunity for the next generation to launch their very own startup business!
These "kidpreneurs" develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and open for customers at our one-day marketplace.
We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.
The Children's Business Fair is open to all families who want their child (ages 5-17) to have the opportunity to:
We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.
The Children's Business Fair is open to all families who want their child (ages 5-17) to have the opportunity to:
- Make something with his or her own hands
- Sell it (safely) to a stranger
- Experience the freedom (and responsibility) of having a little extra spending money as a reward
Cash prizes will be awarded for Best Presentation, Most Original, and Highest Business Potential, as determined by local entrepreneur judges.
Applications will close on January 26, 2024!
Booth Reservation Fee
It is $25 to reserve a booth. This helps cover the costs of hosting each booth and ensures participating families have some "skin in the game." Plus, the kidpreneurs could consider $25 as startup costs that they must pay their parents back. The fee must be paid within seven days of applying; applications with unpaid reservation fees will be denied, and interested kidpreneurs must reapply.
If you can’t use PayPal, email us at info@actonpsl.org for alternative payment options. Anyone whose application was rejected will be refunded.
The number one reason we reject applications is giving bad contact information or not responding to our confirmation emails. If we cannot contact you to confirm participation, we will assume that you’re no longer participating and withdraw your application.
The weeks of January 15-19 and 22-26, we will reach out to all the applicants to confirm participation via the email address provided. If you do not confirm participation, your space will be forfeited, and you will not be eligible for a refund for your booth fee.
Canopy Fee
Every booth is required to have a 10'x10' canopy tent. The fair will only provide one table and two chairs for every business. Families must bring their tents if they want one.
The fair host has 15 canopy tents that can be rented for $10 each (in addition to the booth fee). It is first come, first serve — those who are first to fill out an application AND pay the booth deposit will be given priority.
Every booth is required to have a 10'x10' canopy tent. The fair will only provide one table and two chairs for every business. Families must bring their tents if they want one.
The fair host has 15 canopy tents that can be rented for $10 each (in addition to the booth fee). It is first come, first serve — those who are first to fill out an application AND pay the booth deposit will be given priority.
We recommend looking for Ozark Trail canopies at Walmart if you want to buy one of your own, or a kidpreneur could ask a local business if they'd be willing to sponsor your booth by providing one. Your young entrepreneurs could even count it as a startup cost they must pay back to their “investors.”
About Us
Acton Academy Port St. Lucie is the host of CBF. ActonPSL is a learner-driven education that guides each child on a journey to discover a calling and change the world.
CBF is sponsored by Acton Academy, the Acton School of Business, and the generous support of our donors and volunteers. We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.
If you have any questions, you can visit www.actonpsl.org, call (772) 237-0377, or email info@actonpsl.org
CBF is sponsored by Acton Academy, the Acton School of Business, and the generous support of our donors and volunteers. We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.
If you have any questions, you can visit www.actonpsl.org, call (772) 237-0377, or email info@actonpsl.org
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We are a team of passionate entrepreneurs, teachers, mentors, and parents, who want to provide children the opportunity to BE entrepreneurs, not just learn about entrepreneurship.
49 booths participating
Bracelet Boy
Blue Falcon Creative
And 47 others.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Acton Children’s Business Fair?
The Acton Children’s Business Fair inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneur. The largest entrepreneurship event for kids in North America, 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 50 businesses. Priority will be given to businesses belonging to entrepreneurs ages 5-14.
Where should I begin?
Start with our Resources page. 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?
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 cupcake 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?
The fair will be a tented outdoor event with booths. Each business will be given a booth with a table and 2 chairs. Tents and tablecloths will not be provided. There are tents available for rent for $10 per booth.
Will electricity be available?
Businesses that require electricity should contact the event organizers first; we can accommodate a limited number of generators. We are not able to provide electricity to the booths.
What are the rules?
This event is designed to give children the experience of selling a product or service. If a parent is found selling or promoting a child’s product or service, their child’s business will be disqualified from the competition and may be disqualified from attending the next fair.
Parents of younger children may sit in the booth, but the children should be responsible for set up, customer interaction, and sales.
Parents may help their child 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?
Jeff and Laura Sandefer and a few other families wanted to spark a sense of wonder and entrepreneurship in their children so they created the first Acton Children’s Business Fair in Austin, Texas, in 2007. That year, there were seven entrepreneurs and around 25 attendees. Now, there are over 115 entrepreneurs and 1,500 attendees at the Acton Children's Business Fair in Austin.
