Powering Possibilities: PowerPlay Young Entrepreneurs receives Rogers Youth Grants for a second year
Marking our second year of partnership, we are proud to share that PowerPlay Young Entrepreneurs has once again been selected as a recipient of the Rogers Youth Grant. More than a renewal of funding, this is a powerful affirmation of what’s possible when we invest in youth potential.
In our first year of partnership with Rogers, we empowered over 875 students across 35 underserved classrooms in British Columbia, including those in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities,. Through hands-on learning, they launched real businesses, explored creative solutions, and built the confidence to lead their own paths forward.
With their renewed support, PowerPlay Young Entrepreneurs is aiming to expand in even more communities across the province. We are dedicated to connecting with students and deepening our commitment to ensuring they have the opportunity to explore their potential, regardless of where they live.
At PowerPlay, we know that entrepreneurship is a catalyst for something much deeper. It’s about discovery, growth, and harnessing your full potential. It’s the quiet student beaming with pride after selling out at the school’s young entrepreneur show. It’s the Grade 7 young entrepreneur who now feels more equipped to navigate future career choices. It’s the joy, ownership, and momentum that come from realizing, “I can do this.”
Last year, students in PowerPlay classrooms reported meaningful growth:
✨ 28% increase in curiosity
✨ 26% boost in creative thinking
✨ 84% felt more prepared for future jobs
“The program helped me turn ideas into action. I created a business plan, tested prototypes, and learned from mistakes - like when my chip bags kept melting instead of shrinking! PowerPlay showed me that trial and error are part of the process, and now I feel more confident in problem solving!" - Oscar, Grade 7 Student, Daaxiigan Sk’adáa Née K-12 (Haida Gwaii)
These outcomes aren’t just numbers; they’re reflections of real transformation. And it wouldn’t be possible without the belief and support of partners like Rogers. To show our gratitude, some of our PowerPlay students came together to create a short video message:
We’re deeply grateful to Rogers for standing alongside us to nurture the imagination, skills, and dreams of young changemakers. Together, we’re building brighter futures. One student, one idea, and one business idea at a time.