This contest offers five grants of up to $20,000 each to early-stage entrepreneurs in Queens, NY. The program supports startups in categories such as consumer tech, enterprise tech, sustainability, community, and food-based businesses. Eligible applicants must be pre-seed or seed-stage startups, attend at least four program events, and submit an online application. Winners are selected through a multi-stage judging process culminating in a live pitch event.
Eligibility requirements
Pre-seed or seed stage tech startups still looking to establish a business model
Early stage CPG, community-based businesses, currently generating revenue
High-potential, ready to use a 20K grant to reach their next milestone
Willing and able to meet the requirements to participate in the Challenge
Attend a minimum of 4 events (workshop or in-person) between September 30, 2025 to February 28, 2026
Retail storefronts (for food-based businesses) must be located in Queens
How to apply
Submit an online application between September 30, 2025 and March 2, 2026
Attend at least 4 events (workshops or in-person) or watch recordings between September 30, 2025 and February 28, 2026
What you get
Up to $20,000 cash grant (five awards)
Access to industry experts and founder network
High-level entrepreneurial classes
One-on-one office hours with mentors and advisors
Networking events with startup founders
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