VENTURA is a student-led initiative focused on transforming ideas into real ventures. Through a virtual pitch competition, high school founders present their startup concepts to industry professionals, with the strongest ideas receiving funding and support to bring them to life. Our mission is to move ideas beyond the pitch and create opportunities for the next generation of entrepreneurs to build, execute, and make real impact.
Requirements
What to Build?
-Create an original startup idea that solves a real-world problem. Participants may compete individually or in teams.
Your concept can focus on areas such as:
- Technology Education
- Healthcare Sustainability
- Finance
- Social Impact
- Consumer Products
- Any innovative category with clear value
-Projects should follow the VENTURA V³ Model:
- Vision - What are you building?
- Viability - Can it realistically work?
- Value - Why does it matter?
What to Submit
Each team must submit:
- Project Title
- Short Description (2–3 sentences)
- Video Pitch (2–4 minutes) explaining your idea
- Pitch Deck or Slides (optional but recommended)
- Team Member Names
- Contact Information
Your video should clearly explain:
- The problem
- Your solution
- Who it helps
- Why it can succeed
- Next steps for building it
Prizes
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Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Ventura Team
Ventura
Judging Criteria
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Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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