Startup World Cup Sacramento Regional 2026

About

The Startup World Cup Sacramento Regional invites scalable technology startups from the Greater Sacramento Region to compete for a $20,000 prize package and a chance to advance to the global finale in San Francisco, with pitch preparation support provided to all finalists.

Benefits

• 💰$20,000 in Cash and Services — Includes a $10,000 non-dilutive cash award and $10,000 in legal services for the winner
• 🌍Global Finale Opportunity — Winner advances to compete for a $1 million investment prize in San Francisco
• 📈Pitch Preparation — All finalists receive support from Traction Lab advisors to strengthen their pitches

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups must be building a scalable technology company in the Greater Sacramento Region

Participation Commitments

• Pitch live on October 20, 2026
• Attend preparation sessions with advisors
• No application fee

Target Region

Greater Sacramento Region

Target Sector

Technology startups