The InnovateHERS Scholarship Challenge invites applicants to create a compelling two-page business plan for a product or service of their choice, whether real or hypothetical. The plan must clearly outline the concept, target market, value proposition, financial plan, and implementation strategy, and include at least one visual representation of the idea. Submissions will be judged on creativity, clarity, feasibility, market understanding, and presentation, with the goal of identifying innovative ideas that demonstrate both vision and practicality. This is your opportunity to showcase your entrepreneurial skills, think boldly, and bring your best ideas to life
The InnovateHERS program awards 3 scholarships per cycle for winning the Business Plan Competition. The award tiers are as follows:
1st Place: $500
2nd Place $250
3rd Place: $100
4th Place: Recognition
5th Place: Recognition
HAll top 5 submissions will be featured in the Hall of Fame
All Participants will receive a participation certificate
To participate in the InnovateHERS business competition, competitors must meet this eligibility criteria
Be in groups of 1-3
Be in grades 7th-12th
Identify as Female (teams only need to have 1 girl)
Applicants can be from any location, but must be able to receive funds via bank transfer or check.
Have not place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in previous InnovateHERS competition
Our judges include teachers, college professors, and business people. When evaluating these submissions they will go through a blind review process to ensure zero bias. If you have any questions about our judges, please reach out to us.
Submissions Open: October 1st 2025
Early Bird Submissions Close: November 30th 2025
Results Returned: Early December 2025
Rolling Applications! Apply even if you missed the deadline.
Competition Rules Here