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Extracurricular Activities for a Future Social Entrepreneur

Yuri is a sample student, not a real applicant: one of Elite Prep's 24 extracurricular profiles. These are the ten activities that show a selective college where a future social entrepreneur is headed, grouped by what each one demonstrates.

Leadership and Initiative 4

Founder of “Youth Changemakers” Organization
Mentored students in leadership and social impact projects.
Head of Fundraising for Local Food Bank
Raised $15,000 through creative campaigns.
Business Club President
Launched a student-run café to raise funds for school initiatives.
Organizer of Charity Fashion Show
Combined creativity and philanthropy to support underserved communities.

Research and Internships 1

Internship with a Nonprofit Startup
Contributed to marketing strategies to increase community outreach.

Competitions, Awards and Presentations 1

Speaker at Regional Leadership Conferences
Presented on the role of youth in social innovation.

Service and Teaching 1

Volunteer at Refugee Resettlement Agency
Helped families adapt to new environments.

Teams, Clubs and Programs 3

Model UN Delegate
Represented countries on issues of global inequality and women’s rights.
Participant in Social Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
Designed a business plan for a sustainable product.
Creative Writing Club Member
Published essays on the importance of empathy in leadership.

No student needs all ten. Notice the mix — something led, something researched, something given back — and choose one or two you could start this year. An Elite Prep counselor can help you plan the rest.

Download all 24 profiles as a printable PDF. Profile last checked against the handout October 6, 2026.