SUBMIT YOUR
PITCH BY
BY JUNE 10
SBA is hosting a nationwide pitch competition that will bring together entrepreneurs from across the country who are building and scaling businesses within their communities.
Selected businesses will be invited to participate in a live pitch competition in Washington, DC, which will culminate in a $1 million prize pool to celebrate the innovation and ambition that has driven American ingenuity for the past 250 years.
The Patriot Pitch Competition is an excellent opportunity for New England-based innovators and entrepreneurs to earn the recognition and resources they deserve to continue their daily work to strengthen our economy and provide the essential products and services that keep America competitive, secure and strong.
Learn more: sba.gov/freedom250
Submissions will be evaluated by four stages of judging panels looking at how each business performs in the following categories:
- Strengthening American competitiveness
- Small business “punching above its weight”
- Economic impact and quality jobs
- Business fundamentals and execution readiness
While not required to do so, you may use the suggested topics and example pitch to tell us all about your business and what you’re doing to drive innovation. Submissions must be in PDF format and are limited to 1 file upload.
By submitting a pitch you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of the competition.
Submit your pitch: VT District Office Submissions
The top 10 semifinalists will be announced this summer at the Great American State Fair. Five finalists will advance to the live pitch competition in Washington.
Join us for the SBA Awards Luncheon
Thursday June 11, 2026 | 11:30 am – 2pm
Hula Lakeside – The Reef
50 Lakeside Ave
Burlington, VT 05401
SBA Vermont District Office
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