Discover Your Passion. Pitch Your Future.
Welcome to the STARTedUP Challenge
Formerly known as Innovate WithIN, the nation’s most elite high school pitch competition is back with a new name, and the same incredible opportunities.
Compete for a
$25,000 prize
exclusive mentorship
travel + more.
Start your Journey
Join the Challenge
Sign up today to unlock exclusive tools, resources, and guidance that will help you turn your idea into a real business. From brainstorming to building, you’ll get everything you need to prepare for your pitch.
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Build & Prep
Work through the resources at your own pace. Along the way, you’ll learn how to refine your idea, strengthen your pitch, and gain confidence as an entrepreneur. This stage is all about growth, learning, and laying the foundation for your big moment.
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Submit Your Pitch
Once you’re ready, officially enter the STARTedUP Challenge by submitting your pitch. This is your opportunity to showcase your solution, compete for funding, and gain recognition as an innovator. Submit by: March 6th, 2026
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Why the Name Change?
After eight incredible years as Innovate WithIN, a name that served us well and saw thousands of students discover their entrepreneurial potential, we're excited to introduce the STARTedUP Challenge.
The name 'STARTedUP Challenge' captures exactly what we seen thousands of students do: they START with an idea, get fired UP about making a difference, and then they embrace the worthy CHALLENGE of tackling real problems that ignite genuine passion.
While we'll always treasure the legacy of Innovate WithIN and the amazing innovations it inspired, STARTedUP Challenge perfectly captures the energy, purpose, and entrepreneurial spirit that defines the experience that awaits students.
