Intuit Food Truck Challenge (ages 13 – 24): Your challenge is to design solutions that help food truck businesses run efficiently, stay financially healthy, and operate sustainably and safely, creating stronger jobs and steadier growth for the people who run them.
Help reach SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth and submit your WSI ideas by December 13 at the link in our bio or innovation.nfte.com!
We’re highlighting our National Showcase Semifinalists from the New England, Mid-Atlantic & Capital regions.
Bria White's (Oxon Hill, MD) product, Social Charge is a wearable LED pin that displays a user’s social battery level, helping reduce the risk of social burnout.
Abiha Haider, hailing from Perth Amboy, NJ, is pitching her company Noor Makers which provides creative hands-on workshops to connect young people to their Muslim faith.
Isla Hughes of Ipswich, MA will be presenting her pitch for Nova Guide, an adaptive AI study co-pilot for students with executive function challenges.
Want to cheer on our students? Register for your free ticket here: okt.to/9ZtYPs
We're still seeking in-person volunteer coaches & judges for the 2026 Innovation Days series of events in Florida!
Learn more about the opportunities and register here: okt.to/PRVMF6
Events like this highlight the importance of connecting students with mentors of similar backgrounds, so that they can see what futures are possible for them!
Want to support more events like this in the future? Learn how here: volunteer.nfte.com.
EY Responsible AI Challenge (ages 13 – 24): How might we harness artificial intelligence (AI) and the power of entrepreneurship to design solutions that make communities more sustainable, inclusive, and peaceful?
Help reach UN SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions and submit your WSI ideas by December 13 at the link in our bio or innovation.nfte.com!
We're seeking in-person volunteer coaches & judges for the 2026 Innovation Days series of events in Florida!
Learn more about the opportunities and register here: okt.to/k1BrSo
Last month NFTE staff participated in the 2026 @JumpStart1995’s Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill, standing alongside educators, nonprofits, industry leaders, and policymakers committed to expanding financial capability for all young people.
On Nov. 1, Lincoln Cohoon, Alex Wellisch, & Carl Comstock will represent NFTE at the TCS New York City Marathon, taking on 26.2 miles while raising funds to help empower the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Learn more & support their fundraising: nfte.com/2026NYCmarathon
Today marks the beginning of LGBTQ+ history month!
This month we honor all the LGBTQ+ people who came before us, those who are making history right now, and the next generation of leaders and changemakers.
MetLife Foundation Imagination League Good Health and Well-Being Challenge (ages 5 – 12): Design an idea that makes it easier for people in your home or school to be healthy.
MetLife Foundation Impact League Good Health and Well-Being Challenge (ages 13 – 24): Create opportunities that make healthy living easier, accessible, and more joyful for all members of your community.
Help reach UN SDG 3: Good Health & Well-Being and submit your WSI ideas by December 13 at innovation.nfte.com!