Good Soil Forum Seed Capital Pitch Competition 2025 ($200,000 prize): (Deadline 23 May 2025)
Good Soil Forum Seed Capital Pitch Competition 2025 ($200,000 prize): (Deadline 23 May 2025)
Details
This Good Soil Forum Seed Capital Pitch competition is a cornerstone of the Good Soil Forum, proudly presented by Wells Fargo as part of a $500,000 investment initiative dedicated to supporting small businesses ready to scale. Finalists will not only compete for funding but will also be invited to join the Good Soil Accelerator—a year-long, high-impact program offering intensive mentorship, access to valuable resources, and customized support tailored to each business’s unique growth needs. The accelerator is designed to strengthen core business strategies, enhance financial readiness, and improve overall fundability, helping participants build sustainable growth and long-term success.
This competition is part of the Good Soil Forum, presented by Wells Fargo, a $500,000 investment initiative into small businesses that are ready to grow. All finalists will also be invited to join the Good Soil Accelerator—a year-long program providing intensive mentorship, valuable resources, and tailored support to help you grow your business and improve your fundability.
Prizes of Seed Capital
Prizes include:
- First Place: $200,000
- Second Place: $100,000
- Third Place: $75,000
- Dallas-Based Business Award: $50,000
Eligibility for Seed Capital
- Applicants must be a for-profit business;
- Must be willing to participate in the live pitch competition at the Good Soil Forum, presented by Wells Fargo, in Dallas, TX on June 14, 2025.
- Must create a free account on the Good Soil HQ app.
- Must complete a series of interactive activities, AMA (Ask Me Anything) sessions, and business assessment assignments during the application period.
Application
Applications will close on May 23, 2025 at 6 P.M. ET. No submission will be received after this deadline.
