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Prizes

Prizes

Prize Levels

Top 3

Determined by Popular Vote

  • Cash Prizes
  • Gift Bags
  • Invaluable networking & connections
  • Greater awareness of idea
  • Community input
  • Professional Services Package: includes access & discounts to a variety of local services including legal, accounting, business coaching and planning assistance, marketing, insurance, and more!

Top 5

Determined by Judges

  • Gift Bags
  • Invaluable networking & connections
  • Greater awareness of idea
  • Community input
  • Professional Services Package: includes access & discounts to a variety of local services including legal, accounting, business coaching and planning assistance, marketing, insurance, and more!

All Finalists

  • Gift Bags
  • Invaluable networking & connections
  • Greater awareness of idea
  • Community input

Cash Awards

1st Place $5,000*

2nd Place $1,000

3rd Place $500



*The 1st place prize money is tiered based on progress.

  1. $1,250 the night of the event.

  2. Another $1,250 when they meet with a variety of professional partners and resources.

  3. $1,500 when they complete their business plan.

  4. Last $1,000 when the idea becomes operational in Grand Island.

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