We are looking for people aged 16-25 with fresh, new and innovative technology-led business ideas.

Applicants will compete to win the overall prize at the grand finals:
– £10,000/€11,750* of funding for their start-up business.
– A mentorship package and training programme to accelerate their idea
– Finalist runner ups will also receive £1,000/€1,100* of funding for their start-up business

We are really keen to open this opportunity up to as many people in this age bracket as possible and your organisation’s help could enable us to do exactly that.

We would like to invite your organisation to become a recognised supporter of the competition, with key benefits including:
– Invitation to the Grand Final in London
– Providing young people in your network with the opportunity to apply for the competition
– Recognition of your support through the competitions social channels

Please find attached the link below with the competition video, guide and a series of shareable social media posts to help you spread the word to young people in your network who might benefit from this opportunity: 2025 YEC Supporters Pack

You can also view the competition website for additional information: yec25.com