America250
About
America250 is an event organizer focused on sector-agnostic entrepreneurship initiatives. Active since 2026, the organization coordinates competitive startup programming primarily anchored in Washington, D.C. Its efforts center on supporting emerging ventures and collegiate innovators through public-facing events that provide national visibility and competitive opportunities for founders across a wide range of industries.
What they run
The organization's calendar consists entirely of pitch nights, with three events tracked in total. Having held one initial event, they have two upcoming pitch competitions scheduled for December 2026. These include the America 250 national entrepreneur competition featuring one million dollars in prizes, followed by a dedicated collegiate entrepreneur event held in Washington.
Who attends
The events draw early-stage founders, college entrepreneurs, and student innovators looking to compete for capital on a public stage. Because America250 runs sector-agnostic pitch competitions, the gatherings attract diverse startup teams, alongside collegiate program supporters and attendees interested in watching competitive live pitches from emerging national ventures.
Upcoming events
Past events
- America250 Backs College Entrepreneurs with Re-Opening of "America's Startup" National Competition — 2026-08-17 · Washington, D.C.