CO+HOOTS Foundation

The CO+HOOTS Foundation connects people through entrepreneurship, collaboration and innovation to build an equitable future.

The CO+HOOTS Foundation strives to provide Equity Through Entrepreneurship with core programs that provide access to entrepreneurial education, resources and mentorship to underrepresented communities. We aim to create a diverse pipeline of entrepreneurial talent by empowering youth, women, people of color and other underrepresented groups to realize their full potential through entrepreneurship. The Foundation's signature programs include Youth ChangeMaker Summit, MidWeek MindTweaks, ChangeMaker Weekends, Advisory Days and more!

Testimonials

"After participating in Youth ChangeMaker Summit I learned to never underestimate what I am capable of." --Madison Piper
"Thanks to YCMS success and innovation has no age requirements"- Carlos Mateos
"I think Youth ChangeMaker Summit is a powerful experience in that it teaches students to shatter the age old belief that you can change the world, but only when you're older. By interacting and seeing how the students around me tackle real problems in the world, I can clearly tell YSW changes that image, and prepares you to change the world right now." --Alejandro Urbina
"Youth ChangeMaker Summit is a freeing, energetic experience where any student can improve and demonstrate their skills in public speaking and collaboration. In essence, you show up with an open mind and walk out having started a business. It's certainly one of the greatest experiences of my life, and I am privileged to have had such an amazing opportunity."--Seth Mazza