Warrior Rising Business Showers
Warrior Rising (501c3)
Eligibility
Warrior University graduates only. Invitation-only for the most competitive veteran and military spouse founders.
Award
Non-dilutive grants $2,000-$150,000 + flights and hotel covered + individualized pitch coaching + investor introductions
Deadlines
Multiple events per year · See events page
Editor's take
Live in-person pitch competitions held in cities such as Cedar Rapids, Washington D.C., and Salt Lake City. Non-dilutive grants, no equity taken.
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