The James “Jimmy” Cole Jr. Award, presented by Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow in partnership with Jasco Philanthropies, honors a bold young leader (ages 16–29) who is driving real change through entrepreneurship, social enterprise, or community innovation. This award celebrates the values of James "Jimmy" Cole Jr., a trailblazing advocate for equity, mentorship, and youth empowerment. The winner will receive a $1,000 - $5,000 grant, with two additional finalists receiving $500 each, alongside personalized mentorship from James Cole Jr. and EOT's President, Daniel P. Calderon. Finalists are selected through a mission-aligned review process, and the award will be announced live at Pitch For Ya Life 2025 on December 2. Nominations are now open — help us identify and celebrate a rising changemaker here

We are seeking visionary sponsors to help bring this award to life. By sponsoring the Jimmy Award, your organization won’t just fund a prize — you’ll fuel a young leader’s future and take a public stand for equity, innovation, and opportunity. Sponsor benefits include:

Naming on the official award plaque or grant certificate presented to the winner
Verbal recognition on stage during the live PFYL 2025 award presentation
Logo placement on event signage, social media, and the PFYL website
Inclusion in post-event press releases and storytelling content
Lasting alignment with a powerful legacy of mentorship, leadership, and impact

This is more than a sponsorship — it’s a partnership in shaping the future. Nominate a leader. Fund their journey. Honor the legacy.

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