LegacyOS by PIKO Youth Entrepreneurship Scholarship Fund
Your Big Idea Deserves a Big Start
We're investing in the next generation of leaders who will build stronger communities and a brighter future for us all.
We are awarding $5,000 in microgrants to help middle and high school business and entrepreneurship clubs compete, create, and grow.
Apply for a chance to receive a $250 - $2,500 grant to bring your club's ideas to life.
Award Announcements TBD
Turning Bright Ideas into Bold Ventures
Program Overview
What It Is: The LegacyOS by PIKO Youth Entrepreneurship Scholarship Fund is a microgrant program created to remove financial barriers for young, aspiring business leaders. We are a forward-thinking, multi-generational organization dedicated to fostering innovation from the ground up.
Who It’s For: This fund is for motivated middle and high school business clubs ready to turn their ambitious ideas into real-world projects.
Why It Matters: We believe that by strengthening small businesses, we strengthen our communities, which in turn strengthens the future for our children. This fund provides the resources student-led clubs need to develop skills, gain experience, and start building their legacy today.
Innovation starts here — turning ideas into action one project at a time.
Behind every thriving venture is a solid financial foundation.
Funding Opportunities: Microgrants that Make a Major Impact
We provide microgrants ranging from $250 to $2,500 to help your club cover essential costs and bring your vision to life. Funds can be used for a variety of entrepreneurial activities, including:
- Competition registration fees
- Project supplies and materials
- Marketing for a club-run business
- Guest speaker fees
- Startup costs for a new venture
Eligibility Criteria:
Empowering Ambitious Student Entrepreneurs
To be eligible, you must be an officially recognized student business club at an accredited middle school or high school. This includes chapters of national organizations and independent, school-sanctioned clubs.
- DECA
- FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)
- BPA (Business Professionals of America)
- School-specific entrepreneurship clubs
HOW TO APPLY
Getting started is simple. Follow these three steps to submit your application.
1. Review the Guidelines: Make sure your club and project meet the eligibility requirements.
2. Complete the Application: Fill out our online form, telling us about your club, your project, and how you plan to use the funds to make an impact.
3. Submit Your Vision: Finalize your application and submit it before the deadline.
Important Dates to Remember
- Applications Open: TBD
- Applications Due: TBD
- Awards Announced: TBD
PIKO is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening small businesses from the inside out. Our mission is to reduce chaos and accelerate growth for visionary entrepreneurs, creating a positive ripple effect that builds stronger communities and generational wealth. By supporting today's students, we are investing in a sustainable and prosperous future for generations to come.
3 Ways PIKO Can Strengthen Your Businesses
Training - High Performance Coaching - Fiscal sponsor - BIZ IN A BOX
All programs are funded by private and public donations.Scholarships are available on a sliding scale.
ON DEMAND BUSINESS TRAINING
I want access to self-paced on-demand courses to build my skill set!
We have partnered with Business Made Simple to provide you with all the business school training you need without the hefty college tuition.
Get practical frameworks you can use to grow your small business today.
LIVE WORKSHOPS
Your Business Breakthrough Awaits at our BizO Workshop 🚀
Transform your pricing, roadmap your future, and conquer cash management today!
Are you a go-getter small business owner with a vision that reaches beyond the typical 9-to-5 grind? Do you feel the relentless yearn for success that keeps you awake at night? You're not alone in this captivating entrepreneurial spirit, and our Bizo Workshop is designed just for trailblazers like you.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE COACHING
I want a high-performance coach!
Are you ready to dramatically improve your personal performance professionally and personally?
Get weekly 1:1 time with a certified high-performance coach to walk you through your daily grind and improve the efficiency of your time and your team's time.
FISCAL SPONSOR
Do you have a vision that will dramatically impact your local community? Do you need help getting the ball rolling?
We can help you get on your way to get approved as a 501(c)3 and help you navigate the fiduciary regulations.
Turn Your Ideas Into Action!
Who’s Behind the LegacyOS Fund
Kalani Ho-Nikaido, CHCP - Executive Director
Kalani Ho-Nikaido, a Certified High Performance Coach, has a remarkable track record of building thriving businesses. As the founder of Nailena Consulting Group, she partners with companies of all sizes to implement strategies that drive financial growth.
With over two decades of financial leadership experience in various industries, Kalani's expertise is unparalleled. From her beginnings at the Waldorf-Astoria to her leadership roles at Hoʻaloha Nā 'Ehā, Ltd and Maui Land & Pineapple Co., Inc., Kalani's career has been marked by success and innovation.
Kalani has helped countless entrepreneurs like Janina, a mobile coffee cart owner who shifted from $12-a-cup sales to closing three catering contracts totaling over $7,000 after attending this workshop. Participants consistently describe the session as "clarity-giving," "eye-opening," and "a reset on how I think about success."
Contact Us
- 808-359-2335
- info@piko.org
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