Applications are now open for IdeaFunding 2026, Arizona’s longest-running pitch competition for early-stage companies.
Open to Arizona-based tech startups, creative businesses, and community innovation ventures, IdeaFunding provides pitch training, mentorship, and access to $50,000+ in non-dilutive prizes.
Finalists will pitch live on stage at the historic Rialto Theatre in Tucson, AZ, as part of TENWEST, in front of a live audience and Jason Feifer, Editor in Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine.
Join one of two pitch training + founder orientation sessions on January 13th at 5:30PM or January 22nd at 12:00PM for in-depth details before applying. Training sessions aren’t required but are highly recommended to anyone interested in making a pitch!
🗓 Applications close February 1, 2026
👉 Learn more & apply at startuptucson.com/ideafunding2026