Apply for Spring 2025 Innovation Sprint - $5000 in prizes
Spring 2025 Social Impact Innovation Sprint
Featuring Startups from Blue Ridge Labs
Blackstone LaunchPad and the Zahn Innovation Center invite ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ students across all majors to join our Spring 2025 Social Impact Innovation Sprint. This dynamic, hands-on experience will challenge students to develop creative solutions for startup companies working to tackle poverty in NYC.
Teams will have one week to research, design, and pitch their solutions for a chance to win cash prizes totaling $5,000. Along the way, participants will receive mentorship from Deloitte experts and the Zahn Center team, gaining valuable skills in problem-solving, entrepreneurship, and social impact innovation.
Why Join?
- Gain hands-on experience in innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork.
- Get mentorship from experienced professionals at Deloitte and the Zahn Center.
- Work with early-stage social impact startups in the Blue Ridge Labs Catalyst Accelerator.
- Enhance your resume with a unique, high-impact experience.
Prizes
- $2,500 for First Place
- $1,500 for Second Place
- $1,000 for Third Place
This is a free professional development opportunity and is open to every ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ student. All majors are welcome; no prior experience is needed. Students are required to apply to participate in this event. Please apply by Sunday, March 16, at 11:59 pm!