Through mentorship from business development experts, young entrepreneurs honed skills in product development, sales, marketing, and investment readiness. Participants ran crowdfunding campaigns that served a dual purpose: a source of needed seed capital and a unique opportunity to validate their business ideas. This process also empowered the entrepreneurs to openly discuss their business concepts with their networks, gaining not only financial support but also a boost in confidence. Several participants from each cohort benefited further from a match fund, enhancing the impact and potential of their ventures.