All-Star Pitch Competition

The NBA and the NBA Foundation are passionately dedicated to empowering the next generation of cutting-edge entrepreneurs. Studies show that only a small percentage of start-up funding in the tech world reaches diverse-led companies or companies that target diverse communities. Amidst the backdrop of NBA All-Star Game, the NBA Foundation seeks to arm aspiring innovators with essential tools, resources, and financial support to entrepreneurs in service of increasing access to funding opportunities.

Since 2022, the NBA Foundation has provided more than $250,000 to emerging entrepreneurs of color in NBA markets.

The NBA Foundation, in collaboration with the Golden State Warriors and the Kapor Center,  will host the 2025 All-Star Pitch Competition, an event that will provide entrepreneurs with the funding for their ventures and the opportunity to gain valuable input from influential business leaders across the NBA Family.

The pitch competition is designed to elevate emerging companies that serve diverse communities in the Bay Area, and those led by diverse and underrepresented entrepreneurs are encouraged to participate.

10 early-stage startups will compete and pitch their businesses for $150K in cash prizes. In the weeks leading up to the Final Pitch Competition, finalists will receive hands on coaching and mentorship guidance to assist with perfecting their business pitches.

Additionally, finalists will receive exclusive access to various NBA All-Star Weekend activations and events.

Deadline to apply EXTENDED to: Monday, November 11, 2024, at 11:59 pm PST. Companies must be headquartered in San Francisco Bay Area counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma.

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