Atlanta, GA - The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) Foundation will host an awards luncheon to recognize its 2nd Annual National Youth Entrepreneurship BizFest "Business Plan Winners" on Saturday, September 22, at the Georgia World Congress Convention Center, Room 161-162 from 1-2 p.m. The BizFest is part of the USHCC's 22nd Annual National Convention and Business Expo.

"Over 100 students will compete in the 'Business Plan' competition throughout the three-day BizFest," said Jane Garcia, USHCC Foundation President. "This event is the culmination of a series of intensive entrepreneurial and leadership training activities."

Sponsor representatives from AT&T will also present a $225,000 grant to the USHCC Foundation Youth Entrepreneurship Program.

The Youth Entrepreneurship Program in partnership with Kids Way Inc., provides Hispanic youth with a variety of experiences through hands on training and mentoring. Youth Entrepreneurship Program participants learn business plan writing, time management and the financial concerns of starting a business. The program has been designed for students ages 16-20 and travels to different cities throughout the nation.

Other Youth Entrepreneurship Program sponsors include: VISA, McDonalds, Wal-Mart, Merrill Lynch, AOL/Time Warner, General Motors and Soza, Inc.
The USHCC Foundation is committed to the purpose of giving Hispanic youth alternatives for life preparation. The USHCC Foundation provides Hispanic youth leadership training, entrepreneurial skills and business acumen to ensure they reach their full potential and develop into the Nation's future business leaders.