Social Venture Academy The Ballard Center for Economic SelfReliance

The Social Venture Academy The Ballard Center for Economic SelfReliance is a non-profit organization based in Provo, Utah. With a team of four employees, the organization focuses on empowering student entrepreneurs to create socially responsible businesses. The Social Venture Academy (SVA) provides a comprehensive incubator program designed to guide student-led social ventures from conception to launch. Through a three-phase process – idea validation, product development, and launch – the SVA connects student entrepreneurs with resources, mentorship, and early-stage funding. The SVA's unique approach emphasizes collaboration and social impact, bringing together students from various disciplines across Brigham Young University to work towards a common goal of creating a positive change in the world. For more information about the Social Venture Academy and its programs, visit their website at sva.byu.edu.