Crowdfunded Summit Pitch Competition

Up to $3,000 (up to $500 for games); one-time competition prize

Runs annually; the last cycle closed April 28, 2026. Check the funder's site for the next round.

AMOUNT

Up to $3,000 (up to $500 for games); one-time competition prize

AMOUNT

Up to $3,000 (up to $500 for games); one-time competition prize

DEADLINE

Runs annually; the last cycle closed April 28, 2026. Check the funder's site for the next round.

DEADLINE

Runs annually; the last cycle closed April 28, 2026. Check the funder's site for the next round.

FUNDING TYPE

Pitch Competition

CAN YOU GET THIS?

You must make a physical product and register as a Crowdfunded Summit attendee (free).

Open to physical product makers at the idea or pre-revenue stage who are looking to launch on Kickstarter or Indiegogo. Registration as a Summit attendee is required but tickets are free.

YOUR REAL ODDS

This is a pitch competition, so you are competing directly against other physical product makers in a live or event format.

Games are judged separately and only win up to $500, while all other physical products compete for up to $3,000. No data is available on total applicants or past winners.

WHAT IT TAKES

Register for the Crowdfunded Summit (free ticket) — 15 minutes
Prepare your product pitch for a crowdfunding launch — Several hours to days
Submit your pitch entry before the deadline — 30 minutes

WORTH KNOWING

Games are judged in a separate category with a lower prize cap of $500, so if your product is a game, temper expectations accordingly.

Apply on the funder’s site →

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