IMPACT Pitch 2023 Will Award $36,000 to Small Businesses Making a Big Impact
Impact Pitch is an opportunity for entrepreneurs at any stage, who are making a positive impact in their communities to win prize money. The competition offers participants an avenue to receive valuable feedback and guidance while competing for awards totaling $36,000.
During the competition, participating entrepreneurs will gain access to an exclusive network of resources, including mentorship from a dedicated business coach to help strengthen their business plans and help guide them through the 5 rounds of the competition. Impact pitch is more than a competition to win cash; it is a chance for participants to learn how to tell-and-sell their small business story to investors, gain recognition, and make meaningful connections across the entrepreneurship community.
The competition runs from June 8th - October 5th, 2023, and culminates with a live business pitch presentation from all 10 finalists.
- Grand Prizes: $6,000 each for Best Startup Business, Best Early Stage Business, and Best Established Business
- Finalist Grants: $1,000 to each of the 10 finalists
- Award of $1,000, winner selected at the live pitch event October 5, 2023
- Community Impact Awards: $1,000 prizes will be given to to 6 businesses who complete the first 2 rounds with narrative descriptions that demonstrate exceptional community impact, that are part of socially and economically disadvantaged communities. These persons are women and members of the following groups: Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, American Indian, Native Alaskan, Asian, Pacific Islander, Native Hawaiian, LGBTQ+, Immigrant/Refugees, veteran/military-connected individuals, and individuals with disabilities.
