Welcome To MATI-X Academy
Mentorship. Entrepreneurship. Transformation.
Apply today or reach out to learn how to bring MATI-X Academy to your community.
MATI-X Academy is where young leaders grow, literally. We train youth ages 16-24 to become entrepreneurs through hands-on business education rooted in agriculture, environmental equity, and zero-waste innovation.
We serve those who are often left out of traditional systems — all youth focusing on those aging out of foster care, passionate young entrepreneurs, and anyone ready to rewrite their story through purpose driven work.
What We Do
At MATI-X, we teach out students how to start and scale a business using real-world tools:
MatiPro: Learn how to legally launch and run a business in Dallas TX.
Farmers to Market: Grow food and sell it at MATI-X sponsored markets.
Zero Waste Certification Track: Master sustainable business practices that protect the planet and build your brand
Every student is matched with a mentor. Every lessons is tied to community. Every step leads to ownership
Our Impact So Far
8 student-led food businesses launched
Over 240,000 lbs of produce distributed
6 community partners served weekly
4 cold storage hub built for food equity
Thousands of lives touched through service-based learning
What You Get
Students leave with:
A registered business or product line
Real-world experience and professional mentorship
Certifications in entrepreneurship, food safety, or sustainability
A growing network of support
Confidence to lead and the skills to earn