Innovation Lab '25

What to Expect:

• Annual Report Highlights: Celebrate our successes and milestones over the past year.
• Board Induction Ceremony: Welcome the newest members of our Board of Directors.
• Funded Agencies: Celebrate the local nonprofit organizations that will be our partner agencies for 2025-26
• Innovation Lab Grant Competition:
  Experience a live "Shark Tank"-style event where nonprofit finalists will pitch their innovative program ideas!
  • Watch videos introducing each finalist's unique approach.
  • Hear the finalists' pitches live.
  • Vote for your favorite innovation alongside a panel of local celebrity judges.
  • Enjoy appetizers, entertainment, and a night full of energy and impact.
    
• Dress: Business attire

Finalists will compete for grants in three prize categories, with awards ranging from $30,000 to $120,000!

Meet the Top 3 Finalists:

Samaritan Counseling Center
Recovery Council of SETX
United Board of Missions

These outstanding organizations are bringing innovative ideas to life, and you will help decide who takes home the top prizes!

Ticket Information:

• General Admission: $25 per seat
• Sponsorship Table: $500 (includes 8 seats and priority seating)

 Special Offer:
Currently funded nonprofit agencies of the United Way of Mid & South Jefferson County are eligible for one complimentary seat. To redeem, please contact us at 409-729-4040.