We invite undergraduate students from around the world to pitch ideas for conscious capitalism ventures that make a profit while also solving a problem. Recycling plants that employ the homeless. Better access to autism treatment. Human-powered farm machines. Real-time organ donor communication. Winners take home thousands of dollars to help make their ideas come true.
Totals Since 2010
Values and Ventures® awards thousands of dollars in capital to undergrad students who have winning ideas for profitable companies that do well by doing good.
| Grand Prize | $100,000* |
| Second Place | $40,000 |
| Third Place | $20,000 |
| Honorable Mentions (6) | $5,000 each |
| Elevator Pitch First | $2,000 |
| Elevator Pitch Second | $1,500 |
| Elevator Pitch Third | $1,000 |
| Honorable Mentions (3) | $500 each |
| Founders Award | $5,000 |
| Sly Innovation Award | $2,500 |
| Ripple Effect Award | $2,500 |
Watch our video for a glimpse into the action and enthusiasm that is Values and Ventures.
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