Deadline: 7 February 2025
Applications are now open for Innovate WithIN Pitch Competition, a year-long program that teaches students to view the world through a lens of entrepreneurship and innovation.
The program culminates into a statewide pitch competition that is free and available to all Indiana high school students – offering everything from scholarships to funding, all accompanied by a detailed online toolkit that will help students come up with winning ideas and create a well thought out pitch.
As students move along in the competition phase, they will have the opportunity to compete across the state, meet entrepreneurs, receive funding, and travel to Washington, D.C. All students who qualify for the Regional Competitions are invited to join the STARTedUP Alumni Association where they can grow their network, take advantage of new opportunities, and have access to resources that can allow them to launch or scale their venture.
Benefits
- There are Millions of dollars in scholarships and other incentives up for grabs to Indiana colleges and universities. You will be eligible to earn scholarships by just simply submitting your pitch.
- This year, state finalists travel to Washington, D.C. and meet industry leaders, government officials, and entrepreneurs.
- You will make connections with some of the most respected and highly recognized innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders.
- You have access to a detailed online course that will walk you through everything you need to know to submit a winning pitch and prepare you for the competition.
- You will have the potential to join an engaged Alumni Association, comprised of former Innovate WithIN regional & state competitors.
Funding Information
- You can win up to $25,000 in funding to grow your business at the State Finals.
For more information, visit STARTedUP Foundation.
