UndocuStartup Week™ 2026

Applications are now open for UndocuStartup Week™ 2026, a Free 7-day virtual entrepreneurship program designed for undocumented students, recent graduates, and alumni nationwide. From June 29 – July 5, participants will learn how to turn an idea into a business, side hustle, freelance service, startup, or community-based venture while developing practical entrepreneurship skills and competing for a $525 prize pool. Program Details 
June 29 – July 5, 2026
Virtual (Nationwide)
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM PST daily
100 total seats available (99 remaining)
 Participants will explore: 
Business Idea Development
Business Planning
Customer Discovery
Low-Cost Product Development
Marketing & Sales
Business Basics & Legalization
Pitching & Public Speaking
 The week concludes with a Final Pitch Competition where selected student teams will present their ideas for a chance to win prizes and receive recognition through UndocuStartup™.Eligibility Requirements: 
18 years or older
Able to attend virtual sessions
Reliable internet and Zoom access
 Applications close June 20, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.Students can apply here:undocustartup.com Seeking Sponsors & Community PartnersWe are also looking for undocumented student centers, career centers, colleges, universities, nonprofits, financial institutions, alumni, foundations, and community allies interested in sponsoring student participation and expanding entrepreneurship opportunities for undocumented students nationwide.Thank you for helping us expand access to entrepreneurship education for undocumented students across the country.Best,Juan Maya HernandezFounder, UndocuStartup™