Merchant Market

In this four-week, hands-on program, participants will work collaboratively to create, produce, and sell a product as a team. Participants will brainstorm ideas, make group decisions, and bring their product to life while building essential life skills such as communication, teamwork, money handling, and basic entrepreneurship. The program also focuses on developing social skills including customer interaction, turn-taking, and self-advocacy in a supportive environment. The experience culminates in attending the May 2nd Orange Village Market, where participants will apply what they have learned in a real-world setting, build confidence, and strengthen community connections.