TM Application Form 2026

Application Form

Please read these instructions carefully before completing the application. Set aside at least a couple of hours to complete the form. Use up to 500 words per question. Make sure to complete and submit the form on or before the deadline on April 15, 2026. For assistance, email admin@1team1dream.net.
Applicant Name*

FirstMiddleLast
Gender*
Birth Date*

YearMonthDay
Date
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Occupation
(If Student, go to the next question)
Name of College and Current Year Level
For Students
Name of Current or Proposed Food and/or Beverage Business*

Describe your food and/or beverage business concept or idea. What motivates you to start or improve your f&b-related business? Why focus on the f&b industry?*
Business Concept
Is your food and/or beverage business a cloud kitchen, storefront, food truck, catering service, pop-up, or other? If other, please specify.*
Business Type
Does your business have an online presence? Are online orders or services offered? If yes, provide name or details of delivery service.*
Online Presence
Do you have a website or social media presence? If so, provide the URL(s).

What is your background (educational, professional, or experiential) relevant to your food and/or beverage business? Include any training from Lake County Economic Development Corporation or other relevant programs.*
Background
What are your food and/or beverage business’s vision and mission statements?*
Vision and Mission
Describe the food and/or beverage products or services you offer or plan to offer. Highlight any local, sustainable, or unique ingredients or methods.*
Products/Services

What are your 3 best-selling products?*
Financials (Established Businesses)
#1*
#2*
#3*
Sales History (Established Businesses): Provide total sales for the last 12, 24, and 36 months up to today’s date, if applicable.*
How will you finance your start-up business?*
Financing Plan
What are your sources of funds?*
Sources of Funds
What are the top 3 products you plan to sell?*
Product Offer (Start-Up Businesses)
#1*
#2*
#3*
Sales Projections (Established and Start-Up Businesses): Provide sales projections for the next 12, 24, and 36 months from the date of your application.*

How do you (or will you) sell your food and/or beverage products/services (e.g., direct-to-consumer, wholesale, farmers’ markets)?*
Distribution Channels
How will you market your food and/or beverage business to attract customers?*
Marketing Strategy
Describe your team, including their roles and relevant experience in the food and beverage industry.*
Business Team
Will your business create new jobs in the food and/or beverage sector? If yes, how many and what types? If no, explain why.*
Employment Impact

How do you define success for your food and/or beverage business?*
How long will it take to achieve your definition of success?*
Timeline to Success
How will your business withstand economic downturns or crises? What is your contingency plan?*
Resilience Strategy
If awarded a cash prize, how will you use the funds to grow your food and/or beverage business?*
Use of Funds

Upload at least 5 photos representing your food and/or beverage business (e.g., products, services, kitchen, or workplace).*

Visuals
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Upload your business logo.*

Logo
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I certify that my business meets the State of California’s small business requirements.*

I certify.
I agree that the information provided may be used in media or promotional materials by 1Team 1Dream.*

I agree.
If awarded, I agree to:*

Use funds for the purposes described herein.Submit progress reports at 6 and 12 months on a form provided by 1Team 1Dream.Return funds if not used as described in your application.Participate in interviews, media promotions, and surveys as requested by 1Team 1Dream.

I understand that I must check my voicemail, text messages, and email for correspondence from 1Team 1Dream.*

I understand.
By submitting, I agree to receive email newsletters with competition updates.*

I agree.
I have read and understand the Food and/or Beverage Business Program criteria on 1team1dream.net.*

Confirm.
Please upload proof of residency or operations in Lake County, California (Driver's License, Business Permit, etc).*

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Please upload screenshots of proof you are following 1Team 1Dream Lake County on social media (Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok).*

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I affirm that all information and answers provided are complete, true, and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that misrepresentation, falsification, or omission may void this application.*

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