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Be a BUILD Mentor 2021-2022

Do you want to make a positive impact in the lives of young entrepreneurs? 

Research shows that students who build relationships with caring, consistent adult mentors set higher educational goals, have better school attendance, grow in essential interpersonal and emotional skills such as self-awareness and problem-solving, and are more likely to complete high school and succeed in college. 

 

BUILD asks that all mentors commit to working with students for a full academic year. Mentors meet with students for 1.5 hours, weekly throughout the academic year at one of our partner schools. During the COVID-19 pandemic, all mentor sessions are held virtually.

 

Learn more about becoming a BUILD mentor below!

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NFTE and BUILD Announce Merger to Drive Systemic Change in Education 

July 21, 2026
Combination creates one of the largest entrepreneurship education networks, pioneering a new model for nonprofit ...
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BUILD’s Livestream Series June 2026: Boston Alumni Chat

June 16, 2026
Every month, we showcase the community who make BUILD's programming possible! This time, we'll be joined by Boston-area BUILD Alumni to discuss their experience taking ...
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BUILD’s May/June 2026 Newsletter

June 5, 2026
Follow along on our monthly highlights from around the country!
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Career Connect: Mock Interview Workshop in California

May 27, 2026
  On April 21, 2026, BUILD California’s Year 3 students participated in the Career Connect: Mock ...
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NFTE and BUILD Announce Merger to Drive Systemic Change in Education 

Combination creates one of the largest entrepreneurship education networks, pioneering a new model for nonprofit growth and collective impact. New York, NY and San Francisco, CA, July 21, 2026  –  […]
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BUILD’s Livestream Series June 2026: Boston Alumni Chat

Every month, we showcase the community who make BUILD's programming possible! This time, we'll be joined by Boston-area BUILD Alumni to discuss their experience taking part with our programs! Find it on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn!
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BUILD’s May/June 2026 Newsletter

Follow along on our monthly highlights from around the country!
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Career Connect: Mock Interview Workshop in California

  On April 21, 2026, BUILD California’s Year 3 students participated in the Career Connect: Mock Interview Workshop at Golden State Prep. Designed to connect students with professionals working in their […]
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From Classroom to Boardroom: Youth Entrepreneurs Take the National Stage

The next generation of American innovators is not waiting for graduation to launch their careers. Starting today, a series of high-stakes, high-energy events will put young entrepreneurs in the spotlight as they pitch real businesses to panels of judges, vying for funding and recognition. The national nonprofit BUILD is kicking off its 2026 BUILDFest Youth Pitch Competitions, a 'Shark Tank'-style tour de force that begins in the D.C. metro area before moving on to Los Angeles, Pittsburgh, Boston, and New York City.
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BUILDFest 2026 dates schedule graphic for regional entrepreneurship events in Metro DC, LA, SWPA, Boston, and NYC with registration link.

America’s Next Generation of Entrepreneurial Leaders Take the Stage at BUILDFest 2026

BUILD, a national nonprofit dedicated to unlocking the potential of youth from under-resourced communities, is launching its 2026 BUILDFest Youth Pitch Competitions across the country, beginning today in Washington, D.C., and continuing in Los Angeles, Southwestern Pennsylvania, Boston, and New York City throughout May and June.
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VIDEO PREPARATION GUIDELINES

HOW TO RECORD

1. iPhone, iPad, Zoom and Loom are all choices of recording tools for their video presentation 
2. Record with both students and their presentation in view
3. Record horizontally for the best view of the students and their presentation
4. Follow Presentation Diagram to the Right

PRESENTATION TIPS.

- Make eye contact with the camera
- Notecards may be used as cue cards
•Pro Tip: Notecards should avoid having a full script
- Even when you are not speaking, don’t forget the camera is still recording!
•Be aware of your body language while you and your business partners are speaking
- Everyone has an opportunity to speak
- Professional dress is encouraged
- Practice makes perfect
•Practice how you will transition from each speaker
•Project your voice when you speak​

A classroom diagram showing a whiteboard at the front, flanked by presenters, a central camera, and the remainder of the class in back.

Follow positioning format Above

Download a Sample of Our Curriculum

Fill out this form to receive a free sample of our curriculum and to receive occasional email updates on how to bring BUILD to your community.