Turn Big Ideas into
Real Impact
KeikiCo is an annual business plan competition that challenges Hawaii’s public and charter school students in grades 3-12 to solve real-world problems through entrepreneurship. Students gain financial education, build business skills and compete for up to $25,000 for their school – plus bonus cash prizes for winning teams!
Congratulations to our 2025 KeikiCo Winners!
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Frequently Asked Questions
ABOUT KEIKICO
An annual business plan competition by American Savings Bank for students in grades 3–12 to pitch innovative ideas, develop financial and entrepreneurial skills and win funding for their schools.
To foster innovation, teamwork, and real-world skills in Hawaii’s youth while supporting public education with meaningful financial support.
ELIGIBILITY & CONTEST INFORMATION
Public school students in grades 3–12 across Hawaii. Teams must be advised by a school educator or administrator.
Teams must consist of 2 to 5 students.
No, each student may only participate on one team per year.
SUBMISSION DETAILS
A written business plan and a short video pitch outlining the idea, how it works and why it matters.
Original and creative products, services, or social enterprises suitable for a school audience.
Yes, entries compete in one of three divisions:
Elementary (Grades 3–5)
Middle (Grades 6–8)
High (Grades 9–12)
No. The contest is based on the quality of the idea and plan. However, some winners have used funds to bring their ideas to life!
No. Judging is based on submitted materials only.
Absolutely! Early submissions are encouraged.
JUDGING & AWARDS
Up to $25,000 for their school
Up to $500 per student for 1st and 2nd place teams
An award for the team in each division that receives the most public votes but was not selected as First or Second Place.
ASB Awards $135,000 to Seven Local Public Schools and Strengthens Financial Literacy for Hawaii’s Future Leaders
American Savings Bank (ASB) awarded $135,000 to nine winning student teams from seven public schools through its annual Bank for Education KeikiCo Business Plan Contest, a statewide student business competition...
ASB Opens Applications for 2025 KeikiCo Business Plan Competition
American Savings Bank (ASB) is now accepting applications for its 2025 KeikiCo Business Plan Competition, a statewide challenge that invites Hawaii public and charter school students in grades...
ASB Awards $135,000 to Aspiring Keiki Entrepreneurs
American Savings Bank (ASB) awarded $135,000 to nine winning student teams as part of its 7th annual Bank for Education KeikiCo Business Plan Competition. Students in grades 3 through 12 submitted...