GRIT Pitch 2026

About

A competition offering small businesses and entrepreneurs the chance to pitch their ideas for a chance to win cash prizes and gain valuable exposure to expert judges and potential investors. Participants will showcase their business models and impact in a live pitch event, enhancing their visibility and networking opportunities.

Benefits

• 💰Cash Prizes
  Opportunity to win cash prizes totaling $5000
• 🥇First Place Prize
  First place receives $2500, second place $1250, third place $750, and audience choice $500
• 👩‍⚖️ Expert Judges Access
  Access to a panel of expert judges and potential investors.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to small businesses and entrepreneurs
• Participants must be available for the pitch event on May 7, 2026
• Competitors will be judged on business model, founder readiness, market potential, community impact, and presentation quality.

Participation Commitments

• Participants must pitch their business in 3 minutes
• Must attend the event in person at The Clyde Venue, Savannah
• No remote participation allowed.

Target Region

Savannah, Georgia, USA

Target Sector

All sectors