Startup Runway Showcase
This program provides a pitch competition and investor introductions for women and founders of color in the U.S. with scalable startups that have a minimum viable product and some customer traction, specifically targeting those outside major startup hubs.
The Startup Runway Showcase is a pitch competition and investor introduction platform for businesses led by women and founders of color, headquartered in the United States, particularly those located outside of major startup hubs like New York, Boston, the Bay Area, and Seattle. The program targets startups beyond the idea stage, with a minimum viable product (MVP) and some customers, and excludes those who have raised over $200,000 or completed top national accelerators. The competition prioritizes scalable business models that fit venture capital criteria, such as software, apps, games, medical devices, healthcare innovations, software-enabled services, and new technology in any sector. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but early submission is encouraged.
Award Range
Not specified - $10,000
Total Program Funding
Not specified
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Priority is given to startups led by women and founders of color outside top startup hubs, with an MVP and a few customers, seeking venture capital, and having raised less than $200,000.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
Not specified
Application Closes
Not specified
Grantor
Startup Runway
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