Aspire to Pitch!

Saturday, October 4 • Phoenix Country Club

Aspiring Youth Academy invites you to celebrate the power of young innovators at Aspire to Pitch! A teen showcase of bold ideas and entrepreneurial spirit.

Up to 5 Teens ages 13–18 will take the stage to share their big ideas for businesses, products, and social impact ventures. They’ll present to a panel of distinguished Judges: Local entrepreneurs, leaders, and “sharks” from our community, who are ready to invest in the next generation of changemakers.

Cash Prizes

1st Place: $2,500 seed funding

2nd Place: $1,000 seed funding

Crowd Favorite: $500 prize

Plus, winners will be featured on AspireCast, AYA’s official podcast, where they’ll receive professional coaching in storytelling and podcasting, amplifying their voices across the community.

Every Participant Wins

• Professional Headshots – perfect for LinkedIn, applications, or personal branding.
• 1-Year Mentorship Program – matched with a local entrepreneur for monthly guidance, support, and networking.
• Connections that Last – friendships and inspiration from like-minded teens and leaders.

Event Schedule

• 11:00 AM – Welcome & Opening Remarks
• 11:15 AM – Teen Pitch Presentations
• 12:00 PM – Lunch + Networking
• 12:30 PM – Awards Ceremony
• 1:00 PM – Closing Celebration

Pitch Guidelines for Teens

Each participant will deliver a 3 minute pitch covering:

• The problem they’re solving
• Their innovative idea or solution
• Who it benefits and why it matters
• How they’d use the funding

Teens will also submit a short bio and can use optional slides, posters, or props. Judges will follow up with a brief Q&A.

Why It Matters

Aspire to Pitch isn’t just a competition, it’s a launchpad. Teens walk away with tools, mentorship, and confidence to turn their ideas into action, supported by a community that believes in their potential.

👉 Teens interested in applying to pitch, Learn more & Apply Here.
The deadline to apply is September 15. Teens will be notified if they are selected by September 22.

👉 For those who would like to attend the event as guest spectators, please RSVP for yourself and your guests Below.

📩 Questions? Contact:
Ashley Woodburn, Program Manager
ashley@aspiringyouth.org