High School Mentorship Program – Powered by Women Who Believe in the Next Generation of Women Business Owners
Since 1999, NAWBO-SA’s six-month mentorship program has empowered hundreds of teen girls across San Antonio to dream bigger, lead boldly, and explore entrepreneurship as a path to financial independence.
From Inspiration to Action
Inspire & Educate
We introduce young women to local business owners and mentors who show them what’s possible through education and entrepreneurship.
Skill Building & Strategy
Students participate in hands-on workshops, mentorship sessions, and a business planning toolkit to develop real-world knowledge and confidence.
Pitch & Celebrate
The program culminates in a scholarship competition where finalists pitch their business plans and win financial support toward their future education.
About the Program
Created by the NAWBO-SA Foundation in 1999, this six-month program was built to help high school girls explore business ownership as a tool for self-determination. It’s supported through the generous time, passion, and resources of NAWBO-SA members, school administrators, community leaders, and university and corporate sponsors.
The program now reaches hundreds of teen girls annually across the San Antonio region.
Program Mission
Empower young women to reach for their dreams and design their destiny
Encourage education beyond high school as a step toward personal success
Teach financial literacy and business ownership as tools for independence
Build confidence and leadership through mentorship and experience
Equip participants with real skills for driving their future
What's Included in the Six-month Experience
- Mentorship from NAWBO-SA members and local leaders
- Interactive presentations on business planning & entrepreneurship
- Three full-day conferences focused on strategy, leadership & confidence
- Business planning toolkit + expert-led training
- Business Plan Competition with $30,000 in college scholarships awarded to 5 winners
- Peer networking & access to inspiring women in business
2026 Scholarship Winners
Special Thanks to Our Donors
The NAWBO-SA High School Mentorship Program is made possible not only through the support of our program sponsors but also through the partnership of local schools committed to empowering the next generation of women entrepreneurs.
Scholarship Donors:
Rick Riley Family, LLP
Lynn Weirich
Melanie Evans
CIELO Strategy Group
Help Us Build the Next Generation of Women Business Owners
Are you a parent, teacher, or mentor ready to make a difference? Help shape a young woman’s future today.
Contact us at hsmp@nawbosa.org or 210-284-8837