Think Shark Tank with a slightly softer edge. However, the stakes are just as high for social entrepreneurs competing for up to $20,000 in grants.
The second annual Social Innovation Fast Pitch program is well underway, with 22 non-profit entrepreneurs being trained and mentored on how to succinctly and powerfully “tell their story.” Only 10 will be selected to make their ‘pitch’ at the event in front of hundreds of attendees.
The highlight of the program includes live, three-minute ‘pitches’ from nonprofit leaders selected for the strength of their innovative strategies and results. A panel of judges will critique the pitches and select grant award winners.
This event, hosted by the Institute, Los Angeles Social Venture Partners, and the University of Southern California, recognizes and celebrates innovative Los Angeles nonprofits that are solving urgent social problems, and serves as a catalyst to engage local business and community support.
The Social Innovation Fast Pitch and Showcase will be held at the University of Southern California on November 11, 2009 from 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm. For more information and to register, please visit SIFB.
The featured speaker will be Andy Rappaport - a partner at August Capital, a leading Silicon Valley venture capital firm. As a successful venture capitalist and a leading voice for innovation-oriented, risk-seeking philanthropy, Andy believes the most productive giving should start like an experimental investment – one in which early failures are important and where small initial successes can lead to large global changes able to attract larger pools of capital.
Networking Reception:
Following the formal program, there will be a mixer where attendees can network with one another and learn more about the mission and activities of presenting organizations.
Ticket Prices:
$50 for early registrations through October 31, 2009
$65 for late and on site registration after October 31, 2009
Tax-deductible contributions to support the event are also welcomed.
You can count on being educated, activated and inspired.
For registration or other general questions about the program, contact LASVP at 310.281.7509 or info@lasvp.org.
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