Get ready to witness the most innovative ideas and pitches at Pitch Fest 2025.

At this “shark-tank” styled pitch competition, we will be awarding Micro Grants to three (3) Emerging Businesses AND three (3) Accelerating Businesses (see below for eligibility criteria).

Emerging Business Awards:

1st Place – $7,500
2nd Place – $3,000
Crowd Favorite – $2,000
Accelerating Business Awards:

1st Place – $20,000
2nd Place – $10,000
Crowd Favorite – $5,000

By investing in our amazing local small-business community, we look forward to growing entrepreneurship in Berrien County!