Youth Entrepreneurship Program

Youth Entrepreneurship Program

Starting on February 18th 2025, and running through April 18th, we’re thrilled to offer a Youth Entrepreneurship Program (YEP) to Wasco and surrounding counties. This 8 week course will be held at The Dalles Innovation Academy every Tuesday from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The course is presented by the Columbia Gorge Community College Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and supported by Business Oregon.

Key Take-Aways

*Discover Your Entrepreneurial Spirit

*Real-World Experience

*Find Your Passion

*Pitch Competition-Think Shark Tank!

*Learn from experts

*Cash Prizes and Scholarships

Whether you dream of launching the next big tech startup, opening a small local business, or simply want to learn valuable life skills, our YEP course is your gateway to success.

Enrollment is open now, and spaces are limited

Location will be in-person at the Innovation Academy in The Dalles as well as online