Biz kidz Academy

A Decade of  strengthening Young entrepreneurs 

2026 Programs, Events, and Activities

BizKidz Academy

Biz Kidz Academy is a non-profit 501 (c) organization developed to creatively empower students (Ages 8-18). Our mission is to inspire students to creatively embrace their entrepreneurial spirit, lead confidently, think critically, and be financially responsible. Our goal is to provide aspiring young entrepreneurs with the guidance, resources, tools, and support required to be confident and self-assured decision makers.

2026 Spring Competition & Award Ceremony

Biz Kidz Academy invites elementary and middle school students to compete in our 2026 online writing and video competition. Young aspiring entrepreneurs and other students are encouraged to submit an original 500-word essay or 10–15-minute engaging video that incorporates a business idea or creative expression.

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2026 Winter Workshop Howard County Public Library

Biz Kidz Academy is excited to partner with the Howard County Public Library System to offer FREE workshops for elementary and middle school students. Our 2026 Winter Workshop Schedule kicks off at the Elkridge Library Branch.  See the flyer for more details. 

Biz Kidz Academy: One Decade Down...Forever to Go!

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On September 13, 2025, Biz Kidz Academy, in partnership with elected officials, community organizations, families, and friends, was honored to celebrate  a decade of success in strengthening and inspiring kids and teens throughout Maryland.

The Academy is pleased to spotlight the creative talents and skills of our young entrepreneur competitors for displaying their innovation. 
Warmest congratulations to our many scholarship, award, plaque, and trophy winners throughout the years.

We are extremely impressed with your creative writing, video production, entrepreneurial, and other outstanding achievements. Your dedication, perseverance, and talents have excelled throughout the years.

Watching you work so hard has been truly amazing.

You absolutely deserve this victory and know that this is just the beginning!

We look forward to acknowledging and spotlighting your future accomplishments. 

Biz Kidz Academy Board

Biz Kidz In-Flight Initiative

Biz Kidz Academy is excited to announce our expansion into Atlanta and Canada. We offer aspiring young entrepreneurs and innovative students an opportunity to launch and grow their business and creative ideas. We look forwarded to expanding into other regions around the world.

Virginia, and Maryland Chapter:

Blz Kidz Academy is proud to celebrate 10-years of providing scholarships, laptops, college
tour sponsorships, and a variety of resources, services, and opportunities for aspiring
young entrepreneurs throughout the DC, Virginia, and Maryland (DMV) region.

Atlanta Chapter:

A special thank you to Tracy Lewis and Dena Patrice for coordinating the Biz Kidz Atlanta Chapter.  In partnership with Atlanta’s Recreation and Parks and  Futon Library Systems, a workshop series was offered to kidpreneurs throughout Atlanta.   A special thank you to Tracy Lewis and Dena Patrice for coordinating the Biz Kidz Atlanta Chapter.

Canada Chapter:

In partnership with the Niagara Falls Public Library, Blz Kidz Academy sponsors young entrepreneur Vision Board Workshops for kids and teens (Ages 11-18). We thank Mayor Jim Diodati for delivering inspirational speeches and presenting a Mayor’s Letter of Congratulation to our young entrepreneurs.