27-03-2025
The Kidpreneur Club helps young, future business owners
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — At just 9-years old, Elliott Perez is already quite the businessman. He says it feels amazing when he makes a sale.
Perez started his business, Fluff, Puffs and Other Stuff, under the Kidpreneur program, where he makes and sells crafts like pillows and fun artwork.
He's one of over a hundred kids who are part of the non-profit.
Executive Director of The Kidpreneur Club, Danielle Cannon calls the program, 'a lemonade stand on steroids.'
Cannon started The Kidpreneur Club after she realized there was a gap in the community for kids who wanted to sell their own crafts somewhere other than the end of their driveway. Through the non-profit, kids and teenagers take their business to local markets where they learn everything from pricing their items, to customer service, which can be intimidating!
'They've really come out of their shells,' says Cannon. 'By their third fair they'll be yelling, 'Over here! I've got this for sale!''
Teaghan Cullen started her jewelry and keychain-making business when she says she was looking for something to do during COVID. She says she's learned a lot so far.
'Before, I didn't know how to price things right so I was taught to count up how much your supplies cost so you have the right price,' says Cullen.
Lilienne Spurgeon is in 8th grade and makes glass sculptures, ornaments and ornate jewelry out of copper.
The markets are an especially helpful learning tool for her when it comes to sales.
'Be a little more confident, be a little more open. That's what I've learned about that, as well as budgeting what you put in and what you get out of it,' says Spurgeon.
All three of these kidpreneurs say they hope to one day be successful business owners. It's safe to say they are well on their way.
If you'd like to donate to help provide scholarships for kids who attend classes and to learn more about the non-profit, click here.
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