Criteria for Application and Eligibility
- Topic: Using Innovation To Stop Gun Violence.
- This competition is open to college students with bold, creative ideas that are still in the early stages. Whether you're just brainstorming or have started building a prototype, we want to hear from you.
- Submissions will be assessed by a panel of judges
- Participants are required to attend and pitch at the summit in DC
- Pitch deck required for consideration
Who can apply
- Open to all college students, regardless of major or student organization
- Teams can pitch startup concepts or creative ideas (blockchain-related or not)
- Must complete the official application form (linked via QR code on flyer)
Awards
- The top 3 teams will receive a monetary prize to support the development of their idea.
- The winning pitch will be featured in the Black Blockchain Summit Archive and recognized at a special event during the summit in Washington, D.C.
- All participants will receive up to three free tickets for friends and family to attend the summit.
Pitch Day
Time - Friday, Sept. 26th, 2025
Location - Armour J. Blackburn University Center | 2397 6th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20059
Application Deadline
To apply, please fill out the form below comprehensively and accurately by 11:59pm EST on, September 19.
