Nonprofit combines sports and business for kids [Video]

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) – A nonprofit focuses on introducing the business world to young people by combining sports and entrepreneurship.

Entrepreneur Centers 4 Youth started in 2013, but this is the third year hosting their entrepreneurs in athletics and sports fundraiser.

The day was full of speakers, vendors, sports clinics and a three versus three basketball tournament.

One EC Youth board member says its important to help build the future of our generation.

“We want to make them aware of the opportunities that are out here and there’s plenty of opportunities. We just want them to be able to take advantage of them,” board member Trevino Reid said.

The CEO and Founder of EC Youth, Pleshette Grant says her drive and passion for this cause is simple.

“Well, I love working with young people and young people love money and so I know lots of young people that want to be their own business …