❯❯ THE PROCESS
APPLY
Nonprofits submit applications with their innovative approach to a complex social issue by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19. Learn more here!
REVIEW
Applications will be narrowed down to the top four proposals, which will be notified Monday, Aug. 31.
PITCH
Four finalists make their pitch to a “Shark Tank” panel of community leaders at a live, exclusive event on Thursday, Sept. 17. Secure your seat to cheer on the nonprofits! Purchase a table or individual tickets here.
GAME CHANGERS ANNOUNCED
The event culminates with the judges announcing the winner and runners-up at the conclusion of the event. A special People’s Choice Award is given to one finalist.
❯❯ WHAT’S AT STAKE
Nonprofits will compete for a game-changing investment to advance their program.
First Place: $40,000
Second Place: $30,000
Third Place: $20,000
Fourth Place: $10,000
Plus, a $5,000 People’s Choice Award will be given to one finalist!
❯❯ 2026 FINALISTS
❯❯ EVENT SPONSORS
Host Sponsor:
People’s Choice Award Sponsor:
Bar Sponsor:
VIP Welcome Reception Sponsor:
Nonprofit Champion:
Nonprofit Champion:
Community Investors:
Table Sponsors:
6 Meridian
Bank of America
Cargill
Camarena Adelante Foundation
Credit Union of America
Conrade Insurance
Emprise Bank
EY
Fidelity Bank
Forvis Mazars
Friends University
Great Plains Ventures
Greater Wichita Partnership
Icon Structures
INTRUST Bank
The Pando Initiative
PB Hoidale
Purposeful Wealth Partners
Sheet Metal Workers: Local Union #29
Thrive Restaurant Group
US Logo
WSU Barton School of Business
WSU Tech
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