activities · 13
what they do
direct service · 13
- Financial literacy programming Youth Financial Accounts & EducationConducted a financial literacy program for teens during the 2025 summer cohort, equipping youth with foundational financial skills.
- Free Spring Innovation Camp in partnership with ASUHosts a free Spring Innovation Camp in collaboration with ASU’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute, featuring experiential activities such as zip lines and hiking, and teaching skills including teamwork, creative problem-solving, and idea pitching.
- Innovation Hub programming for youth Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsProvides tools and resources through the AYA Innovation Hub to foster creativity and real-world problem-solving among teens, with programs impacting hundreds annually.
- Innovation Hub programs for youth creativity and problem-solving Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsProvides tools and resources through the AYA Innovation Hub to foster creativity and real-world problem-solving among teens, with programs impacting hundreds of participants annually.
- Innovation Hub resource provision Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsProvides tools and resources through the AYA Innovation Hub to support youth creativity and real-world problem-solving skills.
- Innovation Hub resource provision Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsProvides tools and resources through the AYA Innovation Hub to support youth creativity and real-world problem-solving skills development.
- Spring Innovation CampHosts a free Spring Innovation Camp in collaboration with ASU’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute, featuring experiential activities like zip lines and hiking, and teaching skills such as teamwork, creative problem-solving, and idea pitching.
- Spring Innovation CampHosts a free Spring Innovation Camp in collaboration with ASU’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute, featuring experiential activities such as zip lines and hiking, and teaching teamwork, creative problem-solving, and idea pitching.
- Spring Innovation CampHosts a free Spring Innovation Camp in collaboration with ASU’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute, featuring experiential activities such as zip lines and hiking, and teaching skills including teamwork, creative problem-solving, and idea pitching.
- Teen Pitch Events Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsOrganizes "Teen Pitch Events" where participants deliver 3-minute pitches that include problem identification, proposed solutions, target beneficiaries, and plans for funding use.
- Teen Pitch Events Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsOrganizes "Teen Pitch Events" where participants deliver 3-minute pitches that include problem identification, proposed solutions, target beneficiaries, and plans for funding utilization, fostering entrepreneurial communication and critical thinking.
- Teen Pitch Events Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsOrganizes "Teen Pitch Events" where participants deliver 3-minute pitches that include problem identification, proposed solutions, target beneficiaries, and plans for funding utilization.
- Teen Pitch Events for youth entrepreneurs Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch ProgramsOrganizes "Teen Pitch Events" where participants deliver 3-minute pitches that include problem identification, proposed solutions, target beneficiaries, and plans for funding utilization, supporting youth in developing and presenting entrepreneurial ideas.
strategies · 17
how they think
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- Entrepreneurial and leadership development through skill-building entrepreneurial and leadership developmentEquips teens with entrepreneurial and leadership skills to foster personal growth, confidence, and real-world readiness, enabling them to design ventures or social impact projects.
- Entrepreneurial and leadership development through skill-building entrepreneurial and leadership developmentInvests in high school students' leadership and entrepreneurial capabilities to prepare them for future success by building confidence, personal growth, and practical skills needed to launch ventures or social impact projects.
- Mentorship as a catalyst for personal and academic growth mentorshipConnects young people with mentors who provide guidance, real-world insight, and emotional support to help them navigate challenges, develop personally, and turn ideas into action.
- Mentorship as a catalyst for youth growth mentorshipConnects young people with mentors to provide guidance, emotional support, and real-world insight, fostering academic, personal, and entrepreneurial development.
- Mentorship-Driven Personal and Academic Growth mentorshipUses sustained mentorship relationships to support youth academically and personally, providing real-world guidance and emotional support that nurtures well-being and venture development, which the organization sees as key to long-term success.
- Mentorship-Driven Personal and Academic Growth mentorshipWe pair young people with mentors through structured programs to provide guidance, encouragement, and real-world insight, fostering personal well-being, academic development, and the ability to turn ideas into action.
- Practical Financial Skills Education practical financial skills educationWe teach youth accessible, real-world financial skills such as budgeting and SMART goal setting to build financial literacy and empower informed decision-making.
- Project-Based Learning for Venture Design project-based learningWe use hands-on, project-based learning to build student confidence and practical skills, enabling youth to create ventures or social impact projects through experiential education and mentor support.
- Project-Based Learning for Venture Development project-based learningEngages students in hands-on, project-based learning to design and launch ventures or social impact projects, a method the organization believes builds practical skills, confidence, and real-world readiness.
- Project-based learning to build confidence and practical skills project-based learningUses hands-on, project-based learning to help students apply knowledge in real-world contexts, develop problem-solving abilities, and gain confidence in launching ventures or social initiatives.
- Project-based learning to foster innovation and confidence project-based learningEngages students in hands-on, project-based learning activities that enable them to design and develop their own ventures or social impact initiatives, building practical skills and self-efficacy.
- Strategic Collaboration for Educational Access collaborationWe expand opportunities for youth by forming strategic partnerships with schools, non-profits, educators, and universities like Arizona State University to deliver programs and increase access to innovation-focused experiences.
- Strategic Collaboration for Expanded Access collaborationLeverages partnerships with schools, youth organizations, and universities to broaden access to programs, especially for underserved students, increasing reach and program effectiveness through shared resources and networks.
- Strategic collaboration to expand youth opportunities collaborationLeverages partnerships with schools, youth organizations, educators, and universities to broaden access to programs and create scalable educational experiences for underserved students.
- Strategic collaboration to expand youth opportunities collaborationLeverages partnerships with schools, nonprofits, educators, and universities to broaden access to programs and enhance educational offerings for underserved youth.
- Youth Entrepreneurial and Leadership Development entrepreneurial and leadership developmentBuilds the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs by developing teens' leadership, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial skills through targeted programming, which the organization believes creates confidence and agency in shaping their futures.
- Youth Entrepreneurial and Leadership Development entrepreneurial and leadership developmentWe develop the next generation of entrepreneurs and leaders by equipping teens with entrepreneurial skills, leadership training, and financial education, enabling them to design ventures, set goals, and gain confidence for future success.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
AYA Innovation Hub +Powered by ASU
Provides tools and resources for schools and out-of-school programs to spark creativity and real-world problem-solving through hands-on activities, mentorship, and project-based learning.
Aspiring Teen Leaders
A program for high school leaders to help develop the next generation of entrepreneurs, with investment in their own leadership and entrepreneurial opportunities.
Future Innovator program
Connects mentors with aspiring young entrepreneurs to provide guidance, encouragement, and real-world insight.
Money Smart Summer Cohort
An instructor-led curriculum providing practical knowledge, skills-building opportunities, and resources for young adults to manage finances with confidence.
Spring Break Innovation Camp
A free camp in collaboration with ASU’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute, designed to inspire students with teamwork, creative problem-solving, and pitching ideas.
Teen Pitch Events (Aspire to Pitch!)
Events where participants give a 3-minute pitch on a problem and their solution, how it helps, and how they'd use funding, followed by Q&A with judges.
relationships · 13
who they work with
- 20/30 Club of Phoenix Partner — Founded Aspiring Youth Academy in 2014 and shares a unified vision to uplift children, foster personal leadership growth, and ignite the power within young people.
- ASU Partner — Supports the AYA Innovation Hub with resources.
- ASU Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute Partner — Listed as a resource for training, development, funding, and advancing ideas for entrepreneurs.
- ASU’s J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute Partner — Collaborates on hosting the Spring Innovation Camp.
- Arizona Council on Economic Education Partner — Offers student programs to teach K-12 students about economics, personal finance, and entrepreneurship.
- Arizona State University Partner — Partners with the university to offer educational opportunities.
- Diego Luna Partner — Financial literacy instructor for the Money Smart Summer Cohort 2025
- FDIC Partner — Provides the Money Smart for Young Adults (MSYA) curriculum for financial literacy.
- Invention Convention Arizona Partner — Teaches students problem-identification, problem-solving, entrepreneurship, and creativity skills.
- Khan Academy Partner — Provides personal finance tutorials.
- Shopify Partner — Provides resources for students to start their e-commerce journey and learn about young entrepreneurs.
- The University of Arizona Partner — Promotes programs for students to learn about business on campus.
- Uriah Cachora Partner — Financial literacy instructor for the Money Smart Summer Cohort 2025