Courses PAPER CAMP LABS
 
scholarship application
 
layflats_2017_009.jpg

Giving back is one of our core values here at
Proof to Product — in time, knowledge as well as financial scholarships.

Since 2011, we’ve awarded over $345,000 in scholarship funds to creative entrepreneurs that sell physical products to the wholesale market. We’re super proud of the impact this scholarship program has had. Many of the brands you know and love, who are leaders in the industry came through Paper Camp on scholarship.

Scholarship applications for round 46 of Paper Camp are now being accepted.

To be considered for our Paper Camp scholarship, complete the application below by Friday, August 1, 2025 at 5pm Pacific Time.  

WE WANT TO LEARN ABOUT YOU & YOUR BUSINESS:

  • Share your story, including why you do the work you do

  • Share your business goals, including how PTP & Paper Camp will help

  • Tell us why this scholarship will positively impact your business

Who is eligible to apply?

  • Anyone selling physical products - all product types are welcome

  • Anyone who wants to expand their wholesale reach & revenue

  • If you've applied for scholarship in the past, you're eligible

  • If you've attended Paper Camp in the past, you're eligible.

what does the scholarship winner receive?

  • One ticket to the 46th round of Paper Camp starting on August 25th (valued at $2300, but worth a lot more!)

  • 4 weeks of coaching, connecting, brainstorming and business building with Katie, industry experts & peers.

  • Guidance & feedback on your specific business challenges.

  • Wholesale tool kit full of sample pitch emails, marketing strategies and booth case studies.

  • Access to our coveted vendor directory of trusted resources & manufacturing partners

  • An opportunity to fast forward their business with a proven program & supportive community.

We receive a large number of scholarship applications.
Here’s how to put your best foot forward:

  • Follow instructions in the application. Basic, but super important.

  • Submit everything in one application. We won’t consider applications that arrive in pieces.

  • Test your video settings with a friend before submitting. If we can’t view your video, your application will not be considered.

  • Submit your application by the 5pm Pacific Time deadline. If it arrives late, it will not be considered.

  • We strongly suggest all applicants listen to Tips When Applying for Scholarships prior to applying.

Important Notes:

  • This is our 46th round of Paper Camp and we sell out of tickets every round.

  • We typically receive 80 - 90 scholarship applications each round and award 1 full tuition scholarship.

  • Your application will not be considered if you submit an incomplete application and/or we cannot view your video.

  • Please carefully check your work before submitting

Scholarship winner will be notified by email by Friday, August 8th.

Good luck!