America was built by people who started things. Entrepreneurs have always been at the heart of that story — creating jobs, building communities, and taking risks — because they believed in something bigger than themselves.

As America celebrates its 250th startup birthday, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to renew that spirit. The Governors Compact on Entrepreneurship gives Governors a concrete way to prioritize entrepreneurs. 

Sixty-two percent of Americans want to start a business. Only 2% do. Entrepreneurship creates more jobs, raises household income, and reduces poverty. 

Add your name to the letter below to show your support for the Governors Compact on Entrepreneurship.

Dear Governor ,

We are entrepreneurs. We started businesses in communities across this country — on main streets and in garages, in cities large and small, in industries old and new. We created jobs, took risks, and built something we believed in. And we know firsthand that when entrepreneurs are a priority, whole communities are transformed.

As America celebrates its 250th startup birthday, we are writing to ask you to join fellow Governors working to renew our entrepreneurial spirit.

Sixty-two percent of Americans want to start a business. When Governors make it easier for them to do that — by reducing barriers, streamlining processes, and signaling that entrepreneurship is a priority — they don't just grow their economies. They open the door to the next generation of founders.

The Governors Compact on Entrepreneurship gives you a concrete way to prioritize entrepreneurs. We hope you'll sign it — and stand with the entrepreneurs who are building America's future.

Signed,

Your signature is your voice. Sign the letter, then leave a comment below telling us: why does entrepreneurship matter to you? Share 2–3 sentences — your story may be featured as part of our national campaign celebrating America's 250th startup birthday.

Help us reach 250 signatures to show Governors why entrepreneurship should be a priority.