GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute Experiential Learning Center
An Interactive Edu-play Center Developing, Mentoring, Empowering and Creating Social Mobility for Tomorrow’s Professionals & Business Owners Age 9-24
Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended and supported the 2024 Young Entrepreneurs Awards and Fundraising Gala. Your generosity and enthusiasm made this evening a success!
You’re Invited to Our 2nd Annual
Young Entrepreneurs Awards & Fundraising Gala!
Last year, we hosted our very first gala — and what a night it was! We celebrated rising young entrepreneurs, recognized standout community partners, and honored the winners of our Young Entrepreneurs Business Plan Challenge.
This year, we’re back — bolder, brighter, and ready to shine even more light on the incredible young talent in our community. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with vibrant entertainment, elegant dining, and stories that inspire.
Want to be a Sponsor?
We’re currently inviting sponsors and supporters to be part of this year’s event. If your business or organization is passionate about youth empowerment, innovation, and community growth, we’d love to partner with you.
Your support helps us continue the work — and gives your brand a chance to stand alongside a bold vision for the future.
OUR EVENTS
IMAGINE A WORLD WITH NO EQUALITY GAPS…
We work toward this vision through programs and initiatives in these areas:
STEAM is an approach to education that focuses on the hard sciences, develops critical thinking skills , and improves problem-solving abilities.
For our creative Tweens, Teens and High-schoolers, we provide the opportunity for them to have fun while they learn, explore, and find their passion. Programs focus on providing the ‘Business Side of Art’. No matter the Medium, Performance, or Visual, we encourage and develop the talent while teaching methods to leverage sustainable income.
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Our VISION:
for college, work, and life.
EDUCATION IMPACT:
5K
students enrolled in our programs.
Students are
85%
more likely to go to college when enrolled in our programs
GBDCEI has in-house solutions to the top five obstacles to out-of-school learning:
COMING SOON !
Conceptual Floor Plan:
CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
#MELTBUS Partnership Announcement
We’re have collaborated with the PBC Community Services Department and the Health Council of Southeast Florida. Together, we’re bringing essential services directly to the community:
- Mobile Technical Assistance: Helping PBC citizens facing eviction, needing housing relocation assistance, or utilities support.
- Medicaid In-Person Redetermination Assistance: Available in local neighborhoods for your convenience.
Check the flyers for the schedule and locations.
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Join our Auction!
Explore our exclusive Silent Auction and make your mark in empowering young entrepreneurs and community growth! By participating, you directly contribute to the success of our programs, including youth entrepreneurship training and community outreach initiatives.
How it works:
- Browse through our curated selection of items and experiences, donated by generous partners and supporters.
- Place your bid online for a chance to win unique offerings while supporting a meaningful cause.
- Stay updated as bidding progresses!
Proceeds from this auction will fund GBDCEI’s initiatives, empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators.