Live or work in Raleigh zip codes 27610, 27601, or 27603? Have a vision for creating real change for your neighborhood? Participate in the Southeast Raleigh Innovation Challenge for the chance to win funding from a $120,000 prize pool. Come to the Kickoff at Shaw University to share your idea for bringing jobs and resources to the community.

Who: Individuals who live or work in zip codes 27610, 27601, or 27603, specifically:

• Young people (ages 14-25)
• Aspiring or existing entrepreneurs.
• Nonprofit or faith-based organizations.

What: The Southeast Raleigh Innovation Challenge is an opportunity to transform your idea from vision to reality. Pitch your idea at the kickoff day, then apply to participate in skill-building workshops where you’ll get to refine your idea with the help of peers and mentors. Selected participants will make a final pitch in October for a chance to receive funding from a $120,000 prize pool.