THE PRIZE IS IN THE PROCESS

 

Turn your business idea into a reality with help from the Library and you may win $20,000 in start up capital. Entrepreneurs throughout Brooklyn are eligible to participate in Brooklyn Public Library's PowerUP Business Plan Competition. All contestants have access to free resources and services to help them write a business plan. Everyone wins because the Prize is in the Process!

Participants attend online classes on creating business plans, marketing, financial projections, and doing business research with Library resources. They are also referred to business counselors in the community.

Over the past twenty years the competition has fostered the development of a host of new businesses. Join the competition, and you may be on the list next year!

Who Can Enter?

If you are 18 years of age or older, live in Brooklyn and want to start a business in Brooklyn, you are eligible. "PowerUP" is a competition to help applicants start a business. Additional details, including the competition rules and the application process will be supplied during the orientation session.

What Are the Prizes?

First Place - $20,000
Second Place - $10,000
Third Place - $5,000
Five Merit Awards - $1,000
Audience Choice Award - $1,000

How Can I Apply?

Applicants must attend a virtual or in-person orientation to apply. PowerUP Orientation registration is online at: https://www.bklynlibrary.org/business/powerup         

Acknowledgments

PowerUP is brought to you by Brooklyn Public Library's Business & Career Center.
Lead support for PowerUP is made possible by Dime Community Bank. Additional funding is provided by Ridgewood Savings Bank, and Data Axle Reference Solutions.