Opportunities for Creators
Hello! Welcome to Adetokunbo Substack, a comprehensive round-up of the best resources for founders, creators, and inventors on offer. This week, 44 new resources have been added to the newsletter, bringing to a total of over 100 opportunities in the
past month. Here they are:
Join the Arbitrum Pitch Day on July 24, powered by @RnDAO__ and backed by @arbitrum. This is an event made to connect you with active Web3 investors and help you land your next round. It isn't just another event, it's your chance to get seen, get support and get funded. RnDAO is cutting through the noise so you’re not just pitching into the void but getting your idea in front of the right people. Benefits of the Pitch Day Hands-on pitch training and coaching. Exposure for your project. Access to 50+ Web3 investors. A live Pitch Day with investors Key Dates Training workshops were held for the Americas and Asia on June 12 and June 19 respectively to prepare founders for the live pitch day. June 23–July 4: 1:1 Coaching Sessions July 24: Live Investor Pitch Day Founders, here's your chance to apply to pitch, join the coaching sessions and meet your next investor.
Anyone from San Francisco? SF Ruby vibe coding hackathon at Sentry HQ is less than a month away! The $3,000 prize is sponsored by http://Fly.io, Continue, Evil Martians. Rails is known as the go-to tool for solo devs. Does AI take it to the next level? RSVP here.
Oklahoma small businesses can now apply to pitch their products and innovative manufacturing technology to Walmart.
Walmart opened applications for their annual Open Call event.
Small business owners and entrepreneurs have until July 25 to apply for the opportunity to have their products sold on Walmart or Sam’s Club shelves or through Walmart.com
#philly startups..big opportunity below...Apply by July 14th. Tech startups can apply to compete at the Philadelphia Regional Startup World Cup Pitch 2025 Competition
The @hedera Hello Future Hackathon is here — kicking off Origins, the first chapter of a groundbreaking trilogy, with $150,000 in prizes up for grabs. This is your moment to build the future. With expert mentorship, hands-on support, and cutting-edge resources, you’ll have everything you need to turn big ideas into scalable, secure, and sustainable solutions. Hello, Future. Built on Hedera. Find out more.
Are you in LATAM and you're ready to shape the future of payments and DeFi? Join the MXNB Hackathon; a 4-week global online challenge to build powerful payment and DeFi tools using MXNB (the top Mexican peso stablecoin), @Bitso
Business APIs and the
@arbitrum ecosystem. Over $40,000 in prizes are up for grabs! Deadline: July 14
Great news, innovators! The deadline for the FII Innovators Pitch Competition 2025 is extended to July 31! Got a bold, #AI-powered solution? Showcase your idea at #FII9 in #Riyadh with global investors & changemakers. Apply now.
HackMeridian returns Sep 15-16 with an evolved format that provides an even more immersive learning experience combined with a much larger prize pool. This year introduces tracks for advanced and entry-level web3 developers. Builders will have the full support of Stellar Development Foundation’s product, engineering & ecosystem teams to build off the blueprint to bring concepts to life.
Join us for the next Bank on 100 Million Hackathon in Los Angeles, CA, a groundbreaking day-and-a-half-event where collaboration and action collide!
As we head to Los Angeles, Mission: Launch is proud to partner with Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC), to hold space for justice-impacted leaders, government and policy professionals as well as community organizations and employers to create pathways to work for Los Angeles workers with records - as well as workers across the country.
𝑭𝑼𝑵𝑫𝑰𝑵𝑮 & 𝑮𝑹𝑨𝑵𝑻𝑺 𝑶𝑷𝑷𝑶𝑹𝑻𝑼𝑵𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑬𝑺 (𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌 𝒐𝒇 𝑱𝒖𝒏𝒆 30, 2025) 𝟭. 𝗜𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 – 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 For student & graduate founders across the UK. A pitch competition with a £50,000 grant fund (top prize £20k, no equity) to scale ventures tackling tough social/environmental challenges. 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀: Equity-free grants, mentorship, workshops, and national exposure. (finalists pitch in London on 23 Oct) 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆: Comment 𝑮𝑹𝑨𝑵𝑻𝑺 For the link Deadline: 31 July 2025
Austmine is inviting innovators, tech providers and solution developers to take the stage at Innovation Hour, held as part of Copper to the World 2025 in Adelaide, Australia, next month. Find out about it here.
Did you know that you only need10 minutes to apply for the Matchmaking on Digital Technologies happening on 24 September? Don’t miss the chance to receive strategic support and pitch to gender-conscious investors. Apply before July 7.
The OpenServ Appcelerator will support the strongest teams from the hackathon and beyond, to turn them into revenue generating businesses with real users. Built on $SERV, supported by $SERV, with revenue that will support the growth of the $SERV ecosystem and the next generation of founders that follows in their footsteps.
Autonomous Apes Hackathon is set for June 30 - July 28 with Gaia as one of the sponsors. ETH vs SOL Trading Competition is currently running.
Prizes (as a part of up to $150k overall Prize Pool!): 1st place -$1,000 cash, Fast track to Coral Ventures: Up to $250k in funding + SWAG 2nd place -$500 cash, Fast track to Coral Ventures: Up to $250k in funding + SWAG 3rd place -$250 cash, Fast track to Coral Ventures: Up to $250k in funding + SWAG
Devs and builders: a 2,000 $USDT prize pool is waiting for you! How does the distribution work? 1,000 for the 1st place 500 for 2nd 250 for 3rd and 4th places Join the Umi Try-a-thon today at http://dorahacks.io/hackathon/umi-try-a-thon… and submit your project until July 6th!
Monad Founder Residency at Network School! If you're a founder who: - Has a live product but no growth - Wants to present to 100+ VCs on Demo Day Then this residency is for you.
The program will run for 3 weeks: - 1 week online - 2 weeks in-person Stay and food covered by the Monad Foundation. 10 teams only - open to founders on any chain.
Join the hackathon on developing autonomous trading agents for the crypto market. Learn from experts, create DeFAI agents, compete in simulated high-stakes trading and present your solutions to a 300K+ audience. $25,000 prize pool
http:/ Ready to create your autonomous monkey? Then join the competition! And get your prize!
Calling all real-world builders and vibe coders: Come build with us at HackMeridian Rio Sept 15–16 and compete for your share of $50k in XLM
Apply to pitch at Invest in BC, presented by Lumira Ventures, and put your company in front of 100+ global investors actively seeking opportunities across the life sciences ecosystem. Invest in BC is your launchpad for growth! Learn more.
Apply for the WSBW Startup Challenge to get a chance to pi
tch your solution at the Space Innovation Summit alongside global investors, agencies, & corporate leaders
Your mission is to leverage the unique capabilities of Gemma 3n to create a product that addresses a significant real-world challenge. Think bigger than a simple chatbot. How can a private, offline-first, multimodal model make a tangible difference in people's lives?
Going To Space? The @ESABICcz
Liftoff Challenge Opens the Door for Young Innovators to Enter the Space Sector – With 100k czk in Prizes and the Chance to Pitch to Investors
June 28 – July 12 Build lightweight bots, tools, or agents using Cortensor's Router Node API (Web2) or Web3 SDK. Improve E2E flow Surface bugs via real usage Enhance dev + node op experience Prize pool in $COR Monthly sponsorships for top projects Repo.Submit async via Discord: https://discord.gg/cortensor Full Details:
This isn’t just a hackathon , it’s your on-chain launchpad. Real problems. Real impact. Win funding, grants, and mentorship to take your idea from 0 to mainnet. Teams are already forming. Don’t get left behind.
Let’s join TokyoGovernor'sCup OpenData Hackathon 2025 The event "Local government officials and challengers talk about administrative issues" will be held on July 2nd! The entry for Hackathon2025 is open until July 25th. ▼Details here.
Welcome to Aleph Hackathon
Aleph Hackathon aims to unite builders across Latin America to tackle real-world challenges. It’s designed to be more than a hackathon — it’s a space to learn, build, and grow with mentorship and community support before, during, and after the event.
We’re happy to be organizing this hackathon in collaboration with the mu, who have supported Crecimiento and Aleph since day one. They organize builder-focused pop-up cities in countries where blockchain has real-world use cases, including Argentina, Ghana, Ethiopia, Japan, and more. Check them out!
anyone interested in technology, including developers, designers, cryptographers, project managers, students, and blockchain enthusiasts.
Feeling shy? Our community partners are planning a lot of pre-hackathon events (bootcamps, workshops, meetups, etc) to help you prepare and dozens of mentors will be here helping you during the hackathon. There’s a space for everyone, no matter the seniority!
Is it free?
Of course!
When and where is Aleph Hackathon?
The hackathon will take place both online & in-person, either in Aleph Hub (Buenos Aires, Argentina) or other physical hubs (called Chapters) across Latin America (we’ll share the location soon)
For those who cannot be in-person, we’ve planned everything: online workshops & mentorship for everyone and DoraHacks for project submission & demo.
How can I sign up?
Nothing easier! Apply **here** & wait for your approval e-mail (we’re accepting hackers in batches, so if you don’t receive an approval email a few days after applying, no worries! You’re probably included in the next round)
How many hackers are allowed in my team?
Each team can have up to 4 members. If you wish to hack individually, that is also possible.
You don’t have a team yet? Don’t worry, we’ll be sharing a special app for you right before the hackathon!
I’m already part of a team, do I still need to sign up for the hackathon?
Yes, each team member must submit an individual application.
I don’t want to hack, but I want to participate. How can I do that?
Great, we’re also looking for mentors! Apply here if you want to help fellow builders make the most of this hackathon
Can I use pre-existing work?
Presenting pre-existing projects is not allowed. Work must officially begin when the hackathon starts. If you use pre-existing code, you must notify and obtain approval. Otherwise, you will be disqualified (no exception, everything will be checked). Startup features count, but the pre-existence rule applies: the code must be created from scratch.
Where can I read more about the hackathon rules?
Here you can check our hackathon rules & code of conduct (you better check it out, some rules can be very decisive for your project.
I am part of a community and I would like us to partner with Aleph Hackathon
Lovely to meet you! Take a look at our Partnership Proposal and send an e-mail to hackathon@crecimiento.build (Subject: Partnership)
Where can I get more information or ask additional questions?
First step, check out our **Twitter account.** We’re sharing all the updates there. If you still don’t have the answer to your question, feel free to contact us at hackathon@crecimiento.build.
Why you belong at Deep-Tech Hackathon 2025? Lab access most startups only dream of Mentorship from battle-tested founders National spotlight on your MVP Pitch directly to investors If you’re building real tech—this is your arena. Apply now
We are thrilled to launch the Techstars + Cardano Founder Catalyst program for Web 3 founders via Project Catalyst! This global pre-accelerator will run from October - December 2025 and focus on companies building on the Cardano blockchain, companies building cross-chain compatible or chain-agnostic solutions relevant to Cardano, and founders building towards the advancement and adoption of Cardano's ecosystem. We encourage early-stage companies from around the world to apply! Learn more about the Techstars Founder Catalyst program
New IPC Update for #RESIBoston: Now includes 2 full RESI passes! Pitch to a panel of active investors, get feedback, exhibit, & join 1:1 partnering during Biotech Week Boston. Use code MKT100 for $100 off Apply now.
Raise Your Hack – Paris Coming soon: developers pushing limits, live demos, and workshops. Qubic’s community will showcase how uPoW powers compute-heavy apps. This won’t just be a hackathon. It’ll be a transmission.
Join us in Sahuarita on August 21, 2025, for the Moonshot Rural Arizona Pitch Competition! Win cash and prizes while showcasing your innovation to judges and investors. Don't miss out—Sign up for free.
Apply to the 2025 AlphaExpo Mini Accelerator and Pitch Competition for an opportunity to: Pitch to global investors Win cash + $25,000 in AWS credits Become investment-ready Exhibit at #AFTSAccra2025 Apply here.
Hi everyone! , Time to participate in WCHL 2025! a four-month programme full of building, testing and working on your own on-chain application. 100% online The total prize pool of $300,000 is awarded at various stages. You have the time. You have mentors from around the world who know #ICP and will help you. You are working with full access to the ICP stack and among a community that is alive with technology. You can go into AI, DeFi, tokenisation of the world, or create something that doesn't exist yet. If you've been waiting for the moment to get serious about Web3, this is it. Applications open until 25 July Join and build what's on your mind(link in comments)
Developers across the Globe!
@1inch
has got something for you. From July 25 - Aug 6, 2025, a global, online hackathon is challenging devs to build the next-gen of Web3 interoperability, with over $525 K in bounties up for grabs.
We are thrilled to launch the Techstars + Cardano Founder Catalyst program for Web 3 founders via Project Catalyst! This global pre-accelerator will run from October - December 2025 and focus on companies building on the Cardano blockchain, companies building cross-chain compatible or chain-agnostic solutions relevant to Cardano, and founders building towards the advancement and adoption of Cardano's ecosystem. We encourage early-stage companies from around the world to apply! Learn more about the Techstars Founder Catalyst program
Submit your Project for Teachers COP at COP 30: Call for Climate Champions in Education Link: httpspeform-source=opportunitiesforyouthDeadline: 21 September 2025 AI x City Climate Action Hackathon 2025
Pitch Black 2025 is accepting applications until July 17th, and I’m really excited to be a mentor again. Here is an opportunity to pitch your startup and get a chance to win a tailored prize package. The fantastic prizes include: - A pre-seed prize package of more than €125,000 - A seed prize package of more than €350,000 The pitching competition will take place during the fifth edition of the Startup Festival Malta 2025, 20th -24th October 2025. Apply by sending your application to pitchblack@startinmalta.com
Deadline Extended!
The deadline’s been extended—now’s your chance to apply.
Open Pitch is a national startup competition designed to spotlight the boldest early-stage tech founders—those building the future in AI, fintech, healthcare, logistics, and beyond.
With a $125,000 investment prize on the line, five finalists will pitch live at Invest Fest 2025 in front of thousands—gaining national exposure, investor access, and the platform to accelerate their vision.
New deadline: Apply by July 10 at 11:59 PM EST
Atlanta | August 22 - 24
Presented by @EarnYourLeisure
Web3 founders: this is your shot.
On Aug 5 at SBC 2025 (UC Berkeley), the Codebase Pitch Competition puts the ten best ideas on stage, backed by Avalanche’s official incubator.
Win mentorship, resources, and lasting visibility—apply before the cohort fills
We are teaming up with @CointelegraphAc for the top-tier VC <> Start Up Connect side event in Cannes
Pitch in front of top VCs & ecosystem leaders IRL and get a chance to win up to $50,000 in audit grants from us ;)
Building something cool?
Fuel your startup with IIMK LIVE's Capital Catalyst! Pitch to top VCs, get expert mentorship, and join a high-growth cohort. For founders in deep-tech, health, mobility, sustainability & impact. Apply by July 31.
Why should you apply for the Grid Innovation Pitch competition at #GridFWD 2025? It’s a great opportunity to gain exposure, impress investors, and expand your network!
Apply by Aug 1 to pitch your #AI solution for #gridmodernization. Learn more.
Got a great idea for a DeFi protocol or web3 project? Let's turn it into reality!
Join the TokenOS Hackathon and submit your bright idea!
What You'll Get If Selected:
$2,000 in TokenOS Credits — All the credits you need to build and fine tune your project idea.
1:1 Design + Dev Support — Work directly with our core team to polish your product
Product Launch Strategy — Get visibility and traction from day one
First on Launchpad — If your project includes or requires a token, you will be one of the first to launch on the official TokenOS launchpad and get featured for free
Ever want to code next to the Mona Lisa?
Now’s your chance. Join RAISE Your Hack, the world’s biggest AI hackathon, and build with Groq live from the Louvre.
July 4–9. $150K in prizes.
Details in comments.
The first ever @solanamobile Hackathon is LIVE!
$100K in prizes
Build the next-gen mobile app for 150K+ Seeker users
July 1 – Aug 4
Don’t miss your chance to make history Learn more.
MICE PitchFest 1.0 – Your 3-min breakthrough starts here! Pitch your idea in event tech, sustainability, or experience to top brands, organizers & investors. 12–13 Aug 2025 | Yashobhoomi
This isn’t just another hackathon — it’s your playground for the next-gen dev stack. Come build it with us. Here’s what you’ll do:
Code with AI Assistants
Use Claude 4 and GitHub Copilot to brainstorm, plan, write, test, and refactor your code — at speed.
Build 100% on chain with Rust or Motoko
Choose your backend. For frontends, use React + Tailwind — deploy canisters like a boss.
Use our Custom AI Prompts
Get optimized prompts and dev flows tailored for the Internet Computer — strong DX, confident commits.
AI-Powered TDD
Use AI to generate tests, self-check, and auto-fix. Ship with confidence.
Collaborate in Public
Push to GitHub, co-create in the open, and let AI help with changelogs and specs.
Launch Real dApps
From autonomous agents to full-stack on-chain apps — build what excites you Learn more here.
Something big is coming... and you're invited to build it. ODSC & Google Hackathon | July 25th | Virtual What happens when some of the brightest builders in AI come together to solve real-world challenges - with Google by their side? Get more info.
Looking for investors? They’re already in the room. At #MedTechMalta2025, you’ll pitch in front of decision-makers, top VCs, and 100+ sponsors. 12–14 Nov | Valletta, Malta Apply now.
APPLICATIONS OPEN MAY 12 FOR PITCH ELK GROVE STARTUP PITCH COMPETITION
Pitch Elk Grove is an opportunity for local entrepreneurs to showcase their business, receive mentorship, and win prize money for their business. Recognizing the need to promote area startups and spotlight the Sacramento region as a startup hub, the City of Elk Grove, in collaboration with StartupSac, launched Pitch Elk Grove in 2022. Back for its fourth year, Pitch Elk Grove will provide innovative, investable startups with the opportunity to showcase their companies in-person at a pitch event to take place Thursday, September 4, 2025 in Elk Grove More info here.
Do you have a start-up set up for the next great brain innovation and are ready to put it to the challenge? The Brain Innovation Days Pitch Competition is an opportunity for you to pitch your business to join the running for the Jury and/or Public Prize.
Our annual Pitch Competition aims to provide start-ups* the opportunity to showcase great examples of brain innovation in Europe that can create positive impact — innovations and solutions that will improve the quality of life of people with brain disorders (neurological and mental) and support clinicians, researchers, caregivers, industry, and society as a whole. Being selected as a finalist for the Pitch Competition grants you a waived ticket to the two-day Brain Innovation Days event taking place in Brussels (Belgium) on October 15th and 16th, 2025. Read more.
2025 FNF GreenPitch Challenge
in partnership with GreenCape
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About the pitching competition
GreenCape,in partnership with the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF), invite innovators and entrepreneurs with economically viable green economy innovation business ideas to enter the 2025 FNF GreenPitch Challenge.
Enter your early stage start-up (proof of concept e.g. pilot project running, looking for first round of seed funding) & pre-growth (Registered and trading, with sales - looking for series A funding) business to stand a chance of pitching to a panel of esteemed judges at a “shark tank-style” networking event, hosted on 4 September 2025. Learn more.
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