2026 Youth Market by Foundation Restoration

Join Us for the 2026 Youth Market!
Come shop, support, and celebrate the incredible creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of local youth at Foundation Restoration's 2026 Youth Market sponsored by Beow's Coffe & Cafe!
This family-friendly community event showcases young entrepreneurs ages 5–17 (seniors) who have worked hard to develop products, services, and business ideas of their own. From handmade goods and baked treats to creative services and unique inventions, you'll discover amazing talent while encouraging the next generation of business leaders.
Event Details
📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Foundation Restoration
7901 Strickland Road, Suite 112
Raleigh, NC 27615
What You'll Find
✨ Handmade products
✨ Baked goods and treats
✨ Youth-owned service businesses
✨ Creative arts and crafts
✨ Family-friendly fun
✨ Community connections
Whether you're looking to shop, encourage a young entrepreneur, or simply enjoy a fun afternoon with your family, there's something for everyone.
Why We Host the Youth Market
At Foundation Restoration, we believe in equipping the next generation with confidence, leadership skills, creativity, and real-world experience.
The Youth Market provides young people with the opportunity to:
- Learn entrepreneurial skills
- Practice communication and customer service
- Build confidence and leadership abilities
- Experience the rewards of hard work and innovation
When you attend, you're doing more than shopping—you're investing in the future of our community.
Admission
🎟️ FREE to attend
Bring your family, invite your friends, and come support these amazing young entrepreneurs!
We look forward to seeing you there.
Want to Apply as a Vendor?
We're excited to invite young entrepreneurs, creators, musicians, and service-minded youth to participate in Foundation Restoration's 2026 Youth Market!
New for 2026!
In addition to traditional youth-owned businesses selling products, we are expanding participation opportunities to include:
🛍️ Young Entrepreneurs
Handmade items, baked goods, crafts, artwork, jewelry, clothing, and other products.
🎵 Young Musicians & Performers
Youth interested in sharing musical talents or family-friendly performances.
🤝 Services & Solutions
Lawn care, pet sitting, babysitting, tutoring, technology assistance, car washing, and other age-appropriate service-based businesses.
❤️ Volunteer & Community Impact Opportunities
Youth-led service projects or volunteering to help with the Youth Market itself
Whether you have a product to sell, a service to offer, a talent to share, or a cause you're passionate about, we'd love to have you join us!
Eligible Products:
All items for sale must be original and handcrafted or original ideas, opportunities, and services provided by the youth themselves.
Applicants must submit photos or a detailed description of the items they plan to sell. For kids musicians, please uploaded any videos of performances as audition material.
To Apply:
- Complete the application form at https://forms.gle/xXqyDMvYzT5hsEKh6
Application Requirements:
- Submit photos, videos, and a detailed description of items to be sold, services offered, or musical performances (part of the application)
- Sign a photo/video release waiver (on the application as well)
- Pay a $10 entrance fee if approved
Important Dates:
- Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 22 , 2026
- Complimentary Entrepreneur Workshop: Saturday, July 11, 2026 (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Event Setup: Saturday, August 1, 2026 (12:30 PM - 1:30 PM)
For questions, email: [email protected]