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IMPACT PITCH 2026

BUSINESSES BETTERING COMMUNITIES

THE PITCH IS ONE NIGHT

The work behind it starts now

IMPACT Pitch is a multi-round business pitch competition for entrepreneurs at any stage who are ready to refine their business, strengthen their approach, and demonstrate the value they bring to their communities.

Over four months, participants receive coaching, feedback, and support to strengthen their business, leading up to a live pitch event in front of judges and the community on October 1. for a chance to win cash prizes totaling $46,000.

Live Final
Event

Date Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Location The Brockey Center at South Seattle College
Tickets Available Now

2026 COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD WINNERS

IMPACT PITCH 2026 PRIZES & AWARDS

Audience members watching the IMPACT Pitch program in a large event room.

Grand Prizes

$10,000 each

One grand prize will be awarded in each business-stage category:

  • Best Startup Business
  • Best Early Stage Business
  • Best Established Business

Finalist Grants

$1,000 each

Each of the 10 finalists receives a $1,000 grant.

Live Event Award

Additional $1,000

Awarded for Best Marketing Video at the live pitch event on October 1, 2026.

Community Impact Awards

Five $1,000 awards

Recognizing businesses that complete the first two rounds and present compelling narratives demonstrating exceptional community impact.

ABOUT THE COMPETITION

2026 Presenting Sponsor

2026 Opportunity Sponsors

2026 Community Sponsors

2026 In-Kind Sponsors

Sustaining Partners

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Interested in being an Event Sponsor? Contact [email protected]

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