FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 25, 2025
Contact: Nick Clawson, nick@formidablefellowship.org
Angelina de Bruijn, Grade 9 at High Technology High School, Receives Formidable Fellowship Grant for DIY Horse Treats Business
Fair Haven, New Jersey — Angelina de Bruijn, a grade 9 student at High Technology High School, has been awarded a prestigious Formidable Fellowship grant to support their entrepreneurial venture, Mane Course, a subscription-based business that provides horse owners with DIY baking kits to make customizable horse treats, focusing on both enjoyment and nutritional value. de Bruijn was selected as one of 23 exceptional young entrepreneurs from hundreds of applicants across the United States to receive the $1,000 grant.
"The Formidable Fellowship was created to identify and support amazing young entrepreneurs like Angelina who saw a customer need and found a way to provide a solution," said Anand Sanwal, co-founder of the Formidable Fellowship. "We were particularly impressed by Angelina's vision for Mane Course, their rapid growth, and their commitment to their product and customers. Young founders like Angelina represent the future of entrepreneurship in America."
Angelina’s business highlights include:
Launched a subscription service with 3, 6, 9, and 12-month options for horse treat baking kits.
Leveraged a strong personal passion for baking and horses into an innovative and niche entrepreneurial venture.
Generated $1,200 in revenue.
"I'm excited to invest this grant into Mane Course to serve our customers and grow even faster," said de Bruijn. "Being selected as a Formidable Fellow is a tremendous honor and will help take our business to the next level."
About the Formidable Fellowship
The Formidable Fellowship is a non-profit that provides $1,000 inspiration capital grants every quarter to exceptional middle and high school entrepreneurs across the United States. If you are a middle or high school entrepreneur in the USA, apply for a grant today. And if you’d like to support youth entrepreneurs, we’d welcome your support.
Learn more at: www.formidablefellowship.org
About Mane Course
Mane Course is a monthly subscription baking kit tailored for horse owners, featuring unique recipes that use wholesome ingredients like molasses, apple cider vinegar, and fresh produce to create treats that are both enjoyable and beneficial for horses. The business prioritizes education and creativity, encouraging customers to have fun while focusing on their horses' health and happiness. Founded by Angelina de Bruijn in 2021, the company offers horse owners a fun and engaging way to create personalized treats for their horses through DIY baking kits. Available as one-off purchases or in subscription plans, the kits include all necessary ingredients and instructions to craft delicious, nutritional horse treats.
Connect with Mane Course:
Website: https://Manecourse.com
Instagram: @ManeCourseHorse