From Classroom to Crisis Solution: Uplift Microhome Wins 2026 MIT $100K Competition | MIT Sloan

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The MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Competition's 2026 Launch finale featured seven finalist teams pitching live before a panel of judges and a full audience. Uplift Microhome won the $100,000 grand prize for its modular, off-grid disaster housing; Mohan, Iceberg Systems, and Pixology also received awards. The event brought together investors, alumni, and the startup community.

Organizer: MIT $100K

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Format
Seven finalists presented live before a panel of experienced judges in front of a full audience. $160,000 in prize funding was awarded. The competition includes Pitch, Accelerate, and Launch contests.
Prizes
First place: $100,000; Second place: $50,000; Third place: $5,000; Audience Choice Award: $5,000.
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Speakers, judges and hosts

  • Celine Christory — Managing Director, MIT $100K (Host)
  • Jayshree Bhargava — Managing Director, MIT $100K (Host)
  • Taylor Brown — Managing Director, MIT $100K (Host)
  • Charlie Nitschelm — Co-founder, Uplift Microhome (Speaker)
  • Trevor O’Leary — Co-founder, Uplift Microhome (Speaker)

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