People for the American Dream is dedicated to inspiring and empowering entrepreneurship, especially among the younger generations.
Unique among other young entrepreneur sites, we offer:
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High-quality video interviews of successful young entrepreneurs in diverse fields, from music to technology, sharing their experiences and advice
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Useful tips and resources on how you can transition from your life as a student, 9-5 worker, or underachiever into self-employment
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Facts and information about public policy reforms to help empower the American Dream
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Interactive features allowing users to share stories, interact, and help others live their Dream
In this time of economic uncertainty, the need for entrepreneurial innovation is paramount. Entrepreneurs are the chief drivers of the American economy, spurring job creation and economic growth. They introduce new ideas that can become life-changing improvements.
Over half of young Americans desire to start their own business, according to polling data. At the same time, over half of all Americans believe that small business will lead America out of the recession.
PFAD is dedicated to empowering young aspiring entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to pursue and achieve the American Dream in their own lives. Through video interviews, campus outreach, and informational resources, we help keep the American Dream alive for the next generation.
Unique among entrepreneurship sites, we're not trying to sell someone's get-rich-quick recipe. We're a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring and empowering young entrepreneurs. We realize entrepreneurship is about more than money - it's about a lifestyle of independence and personal freedom. We promote the values of entrepreneurship to all young Americans, whether they end up starting a personal blog to supplement their income, founding the next million-dollar internet company, or a nonprofit to save the world.
People for the American Dream is a nonprofit project of the Prometheus Institute, a 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to engaging, educating, inspiring, and empowering younger Americans to increase the freedom in their lives.
