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Yahoo
3 days ago
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Elkhart County youth set set up stands for Lemonade Day
ELKHART — Dozens of young entrepreneurs take to the streets Saturday for Lemonade Day, an annual event supported by Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana, Elkhart County. Residents are encouraged to support these future business leaders by visiting local lemonade stands. Each stand is part of a hands-on program that teaches kids how to start and run their own business. With business plans in hand and dreams in their hearts, these youth have been working hard to brand their businesses, create delicious products and learn the ropes of entrepreneurship, organizers said. 'This is a great opportunity to support young entrepreneurs as they test their business skills, learn about customer service and gain confidence,' a release about the event states. 'Whether you're craving a cold glass of lemonade, a sweet snack or just a smile from an excited young CEO, you're guaranteed to find it this Saturday.' Participants in the program are eligible for prizes and compete to be named Elkhart County Entrepreneur of the Year. More information about Lemonade Day, visit or follow Junior Achievement & Lemonade Day Serving Elkhart County on social media.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Business
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Win up to $150 in ‘Best of the Zest' lemonade contest
SHREVEPORT/BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Lemonade Day Shreveport-Bossier City is hosting its annual 'Best of the Zest: Best Tasting Lemonade Contest' on Sunday, May 18. The contest allows young entrepreneurs to demonstrate their business skills and lemonade-making abilities ahead of Lemonade Day on May 31. Competitors will battle for cash prizes up to $150. Awards for 'Best Tasting Lemonade in Shreveport-Bossier City' and 'Most Creative Lemonade' will be presented. 'This contest gives our young entrepreneurs a chance to test their recipes, practice their sales pitch, and gain valuable feedback before the big day,' says Jessica Schiele, City Director for Lemonade Day Shreveport-Bossier City. 'It's incredible to see the creativity and business savvy these kids bring to their lemonade stands. More importantly, they're developing skills beyond even business ownership that will benefit them for a lifetime.' Free crawfish, autographs from NFL All-Pro Adrian Peterson Lemonade Day is a free, experience-based learning program that educates youth on how to start, own, and operate their own business with lemonade stands. Created in 2007, the program has served over 1 million children and has operated in Shreveport-Bossier City since before 2016. 'On Lemonade Day (May 31), young entrepreneurs across Shreveport-Bossier City will set up their stands throughout the community,' a press release stated. 'They pay for their supplies, keep the profits they earn, and are encouraged to 'spend some, save some, and share some' with a cause that matters to them.' Wonder Oasis Waterpark kicks off 40th season with upgrades, member perks Contestants earned an average profit of over $100 per stand in 2023, with several donating a portion of their earnings to local charities. 'Judges will be looking not only at the taste of the lemonade, but also at each child's understanding of their business concept,' Schiele said. 'We encourage all young entrepreneurs, whether they're new to Lemonade Day or returning participants, to join us for this fun and educational event.' More information about Best of the Zest can be found on its Facebook page. To register for free, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Business
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Young entrepreneurs wanted for Lemonade Day
Come April 26, Weatherford might get a little sour — but a lot sweeter. This year, the Young Business Leaders of the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce are leading the charge, in signing the community up for Lemonade Day, a national initiative to encourage young entrepreneurs to start, own and operate their very own business. 'We signed up this year because our friends and neighbors down in Granbury did it two years ago, and they had such a great experience,' Chamber President Tammy Gazzola said recently. Lemonade Day started in 2007 in Houston, and has since expanded to include more than 1.5 million kids in 97 communities across two countries. Since registration began in mid-December, Weatherford, as of press time, already had 65 participants signed up. Those numbers are only reflective of those who have completed the entire registration process to be able to brand their stands. Registration, which is still ongoing, can be completed at Certain curriculum must be followed, including a business plan with a list of expenditures and breakdowns so young operators can figure out how much to charge in order to earn a profit. Participants also get to pick a charity of their choice to give back to, and determine what percentage they want to donate to that organization. 'A lot of these kids don't have that opportunity [to learn to operate a business] and I'm excited to see how they all grow,' Gazzola said, adding that YBL is also partnering with Weatherford ISD and surrounding Christian schools. Local business owner and event sponsor Zack Smith said his 10-year-old daughter, Madelyn, has been eager to participate in Lemonade Day, starting in December on a stand hand-painted with Bluey characters in honor of one of her siblings. 'Chandler has really taken this and ran with it,' Smith said of Chandler Lacefield-Duncan, chair of YBL, 'and she has my daughter's ear ... her charity is Scottish Rite for Children, and she's going to give 3/4 of her money.' Several participants and their guardians were recognized at Tuesday's city council meeting, where Weatherford proclaimed April 26 as Weatherford, Texas Lemonade Day. Lemonade Day is limited to those ages 5-18. Stands do not have to be placed in Weatherford, and can be anywhere in Parker County. A list of branded stands, their locations and their hours will be posted at as well as registration information, how to sponsor and how to donate. Updates and more will also be shared through the Young Business Leaders Facebook page. 'We want to try and get as many sign-ups and stands as we can,' YBL board member Melanie Allen said. 'The goal for each stand is to be successful, and to have lots of fun.'
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Business
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Stillwater Chamber of Commerce to host Lemonade Day on May 3
Learning how to run a lemonade stand on a hot summer day is often a normal part of growing up – and for kids in Stillwater, the opportunity to learn how to be an entrepreneur can be a reality. The Stillwater Chamber of Commerce is hosting Lemonade Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 3. The event is a popular hands-on experience for kids to learn to be their own 'boss' of a lemonade stand, and it's open to students in all grades, particularly elementary and middle school students. 'Last year, we were the only community in Oklahoma that participated,' said Kari Moore, director of economic development at the Chamber, who said this is also the third year the Chamber is hosting the event. 'We are hoping that other communities participate this year.' Lemonade Day is part of a national program that teaches kids about money, goal setting and entrepreneurship, helps build confidence and responsibility and encourages students math skills, communication skills and creativity – in addition to rewarding hard work. Each child who registers will receive a backpack with an Entrepreneur Workbook that includes the lessons of Lemonade Day such as 'creating budgets, setting profit-making goals, serving customers, repaying investors, and giving back to the community,' according to the Lemonade Day Stillwater website. The goal is to teach children skills in goal-setting, problem solving and self-esteem that will guide them in the future. They will be able to keep all the money they make, and are encouraged to 'spend some, save some and share some.' Mentors may sign up online at the Lemonade Day Stillwater website at create an account and add a child as a 'learner.' The Lemonade Day app will guide 'learners' through each step of the process, from planning their stand to making their first sale. Lemonade Taste Testing Day will be held April 26 at the Chamber of Commerce at 409 S. Main St. Each participant will have their lemonade taste-tested by judges and will have a chance to win a ribbon to display on their stand May 3. The Chamber will also host 'Bank Day' on the same day, where kids can learn about the financial side of having a lemonade stand, such as opening a bank account, opening a savings account and learning about profit and loss. Local businesses will allow kids to set up their stand in front of their stores, called a 'Sweet Spot.' Mentors may choose a 'Sweet Spot' online once kids are registered, or kids may choose to set up their stand at home. 'Lemonade Day isn't just about selling lemonade – it's about teaching the values of hard work, entrepreneurship, and community spirit,' said Alane Zannotti, president and CEO of the Chamber. 'When kids participate, they learn that success takes effort, creativity, and a sense of responsibility to those around them. It's a small step that can make a big difference in shaping the leaders of tomorrow. I am so proud our business community embraces this and is willing to be host sites for these young entrepreneurs and their lemonade stands.' Lemonade Day is sponsored by OnCue Express, Pure Skin and Aesthetics and A&B Eco-Safe Pest Control. More than 20 businesses will host a Lemonade Day participant at their location. Some kids get creative, Moore said, adding cotton candy or strawberries to their lemonade, in addition to decorating their stands. Moore said what prompted hosting the event in Stillwater was the Chamber's support of small businesses and its partnerships with Oklahoma State University, Northern Oklahoma College and Meridian Technology's Small Business Incubator. Moore said the businesses who host a 'Sweet Spot' usually have special childhood memories of hosting their own lemonade stands. A list of 'Sweet Spots' will be sent out later so that residents can choose a lemonade stand to visit across Stillwater. She said the Chamber wants kids in Stillwater to have a 'foundational framework' of how businesses launch, so that as they grow up they 'have a baseline understanding of possibilities.' 'We understand that there's not an immediate return on investment for kids in elementary school and middle school to do a lemonade stand, but it instills confidence, it instills an awareness of opportunity,' Moore said. 'It's really planting a seed for the future.'
