The U.S. Small Business Administration has launched a national pitch competition in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.
Eligible small businesses are invited to share how they are driving innovation, strengthening their industries, and building for the future. Selected businesses will advance through multiple judging stages, with five finalists invited to pitch live in Washington, D.C. for a prize pool of up to $1 million.
Officially titled the SBA Patriot Pitch Competition, the opportunity is part of SBA’s Freedom 250 initiatives celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
Interested businesses should review the full competition details from the SBA before applying, including eligibility requirements related to business history, revenue, ownership, and prior use of qualifying SBA capital products. Submissions are due June 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Eligible small businesses can apply to share their innovation story through the SBA’s national pitch competition celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
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