• Valley Innovation Project (VIP)

    Empowering Youth. Building Community.

What is VIP?

The Valley Innovation Project (VIP) is a dynamic 2-day event where students from Mount Si and Cedarcrest High Schools team up with local business mentors to tackle real-world challenges presented by Valley-based companies. Think Shark Tank meets The Apprentice — but built for our next generation of innovators.

Who Should Get Involved?

Students – Compete in teams to solve real business problems. Gain experience, build your resume, and earn a scholarship for the winning team.

Mentors – Guide a student team, share your expertise, and inspire future leaders.

Businesses – Present a real-life challenge your company is facing and hear fresh ideas from creative young minds.

Why get involved?

Students – gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and scholarship opportunities. Businesses – benefit from community engagement, visibility, and innovative feedback. Mentors – give back and help shape the future workforce in the Snoqualmie Valley.

Let’s build the future together.

Looking for mentors and businesses ready to get involved. A substantial scholarship will be awarded to the top team.

Got questions?

For more information, contact: Michele Catoire at (425) 888-6362, or email: info@snovalley.org.

Real Impact. Real Stories!

Link to: Growing Businesses
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“Remlinger Farms had a fantastic experience being part of the Valley Innovation Project and was thrilled to help kick off such an impactful initiative for students in our Valley schools. We loved the opportunity to serve as mentors, sharing real-world business challenges and watching these talented youth groups develop innovative solutions. Seeing their creativity and problem-solving skills in action was truly inspiring, and we couldn’t be happier to support a program that empowers the next generation of thinkers and leaders.” – Cheryl Paquette, Manager

Link to: Growing Businesses