Competition & Award
Pitch Elk Grove 2026
Apply by Jun 8, 2026
About
A competitive pitch event offering startups the chance to showcase their innovative technology-driven solutions for a chance to win cash prizes and gain valuable exposure to investors and industry experts. Participants will engage in multiple rounds, culminating in an in-person finals event where they can network and potentially secure funding to advance their business.
Benefits
- π°Total Prize Pool$20,000 total prize pool available for winners
- π₯First Place Prize$10,000 awarded to the first-place winner
- π₯Second Place Prize$5,000 awarded to the second-place winner
- π₯Third Place Prize$2,500 awarded to the third-place winner
- πBest Elk Grove Startup Prize$2,500 awarded for the best startup from Elk Grove
- π€Pitch OpportunityOpportunity to pitch in front of judges, investors, and a live audience
- π€NetworkingBuild relationships across the regional innovation ecosystem
- πFunding PotentialPotential for funding to help move the company forward.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to eligible startups across the Greater Sacramento region
- Founders must be located in El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sutter, Yolo, or Yuba counties
- Startups must use technology to power innovative products, platforms, or services
- Must have a working prototype or MVP
- Must be generating revenue or close to it
- Must operate as a for-profit business (no nonprofits)
- Must submit a pitch deck with their application
- Must have a company website
- Must provide permission for promotional image use by the City of Elk Grove and StartupSac
- First-place winners from the 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025 competitions are not eligible to compete this year.
Participation Commitments
- Must attend the in-person finals event on September 3, 2026
- Applications must be submitted through F6S
- Must participate in multiple rounds of the competition including a virtual semi-final pitch-off
- Must submit a pitch deck with their application.
Target Region
Greater Sacramento region
Target Sector
All sectors
City of Elk Grove, StartupSac