Competition

Innovation Challenge Spring 2026

Closed

This call is closed. The page stays up for reference; check the official page for the next round.

The Innovation Challenge Spring is a Business Model Canvas pitch competition organised by the University of Iowa's John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center. It offers up to $125,000 in seed funding to University of Iowa students, faculty, staff, incubator startups, and program alumni.

Key facts

Organiser
University of Iowa - John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center
Deadline
April 3, 2026
Amount
$125,000 · Prize
Equity
None
Entry fee
Free to apply
Open to
Not stated
Stages
Idea, Pre-seed, Seed
Sectors
Any sector
Format
In person
Location
Iowa City, United States
Application languages
English

Verified on September 28, 2026 against the official page.

Facts are summarised from the official page and can change without notice. Always confirm the rules and deadline there before you apply.