Every Duck Makes A Difference

The Ohio Rubber Duck Dash isn’t just a race—it’s a launchpad for young entrepreneurs! Every duck adopted supports the Six District Compact EntrepreNEW Pathways, a hands-on Career & Technical Education (CTE) program for students in Cuyahoga Falls, Tallmadge, Hudson, Kent, Woodridge, and Stow-Munroe Falls.

This student-led program builds business, leadership, and problem-solving skills while making a real impact.

Your support fuels:

  • 🦆 Real-World Business Experience – Students plan and run the event, handling marketing, sponsorships, and logistics.
  • 🌟 Entrepreneurial Networking – Over 100 industry pros connect with students, creating career opportunities.
  • 🎤 Inspiring Guest Speakers – Successful business owners share their journeys and insights.
  • 🤝 One-on-One Mentorship – Students gain leadership and strategic thinking skills from business mentors.
  • 📈 Boosting the Local Economy – This regional event draws thousands of visitors, supporting local businesses.
  • 💼 Workforce Readiness – Hands-on learning prepares students with the 15 Global Power Skills for success.

By adopting a duck, you’re helping students paddle their way to success!

Are you an entrepreneur or business leader looking to lend a wing to aspiring students?

There are plenty of ways to get involved:

Become a Mentor

Guide a student through the school year by helping them develop their business ideas and professional skills.

Mentorship includes:

✅ One-on-One Support – Work directly with a student mentee

📆 10 Guided Meetups – Structured discussions to inspire growth

📈 Business & Career Coaching – Share your expertise and real-world insights

Be a Guest Speaker

Inspire students by sharing your entrepreneurial journey.

Guest speakers:

🏫 Meet with Students – Connect in the classroom or at their business

💡 Share Industry Insights – Offer guidance on challenges and successes

🤝 Build Skills – Help students develop communication and networking abilities

Host an Intern

Give students real-world work experience by offering a paid internship.

As an intern host, you:

📆 Provide 16 Weeks of Hands-On Training – Help students apply classroom knowledge in a real business setting

💪 Gain Hardworking, Motivated Interns – Work with eager students ready to contribute and learn

💰 Qualify for Ohio’s Work-Based Learning Tax Credit – Earn up to $5,000 in tax credits while shaping future professionals

Be a Problem-Solving Workshop Partner

Let students tackle a real challenge in your business.

As a partner, you:

📝 Present a Business Challenge – Share a real-world problem for students to tackle

🔍 Guide Research & Problem-Solving – Help students develop innovative solutions

🎤 Evaluate & Provide Feedback – Assess presentations and offer constructive insights