Past Winners

CONGRATULATIONS to all the winners of the Entrepreneurship Initiative's Business Plan Competitions!

ARTS

Working Proof (2009) - start up online platform for emerging artists to connect with art lovers and new collectors of new design-driven art. The vision for the Working Proof Gallery is to tap into the existing networks of designer-artist aficionados to build community and encourage charitable giving and volunteering.  www.theworkingproof.com

Jaradoa Theater (2008) - member-based company of professional theater artists – actors, directors, writers and designers – whose mission is to promote mercy, beauty, and truth through performance and service. See www.Jaradoatheater.org

Threads Theater (2007) – a theater venture dedicated to developing new work that reflects a gospel world view. See www.Threadstheatercompany.org

FOR-PROFIT

Tegu (2009) - start up manufacturer of wooden LEGO®-like toys that intends to live out a triple-bottom line mission with hopes of impacting Honduras as a nation. www.tegu.com

Blessed Nest, Inc. (2008) - a manufacturer of products for mothers and children that prioritizes the use of eco-friendly materials and sustainable business practices. See www.blessednest.com

Riverwired, Inc. (2007) – an online social networking community focused on mainstream environmental issues. See www.Riverwired.com

NOT-FOR-PROFIT 

Alphabet Scoop (2009) - an Artisan ice cream store located in the rough and tumble neighborhood of “Alphabet City” on the lower east side of Manhattan. It employs and trains at-risk youth in the life and job skills that will allow them to advance in their school and work endeavors. www.alphabetscoopicecream.com

Beacon Christian Community Health Center (2008) - a Christian not-for-profit medical center serving the residents of an under-served neighborhood in Staten Island.

Restore NYC (2008) - a Christian not-for profit serving exploited women who want to leave the sex trade. Restore plans to provide programs and services to these sexually exploited women that will assist them with their recovery and reintegration into society. See www.RestoreNYC.org