Clone of 2026 Panelist Form

$500 Micro-Grant Application
Thank you for your interest in the Unity Under the Hood Micro-Grant Brand Pitch Competition! This competition is designed to support aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses by providing a platform to showcase their vision, gain valuable exposure, and compete for funding to help grow their brand. We look forward to learning about your business and celebrating the impact you're creating in your community.

Finalist Selection

All applications will be carefully reviewed by the Unity Under the Hood selection committee. Finalists will be announced in October 2026 and invited to advance to the live Brand Pitch Competition on Friday, November 13, 2026, during the 4th Annual Unity Under the Hood Experience in Miami, Florida. Selected finalists will receive additional competition details, presentation guidelines, and event instructions prior to the competition.

Participation Requirements
To participate, applicants must:

Complete and submit the official application.
Be available to pitch live on Friday, November 13, 2026, during the Unity
Under the Hood Experience in Miami, Florida.
Present a 3–5 minute business pitch.
Explain how the $500 Micro-Grant will be used to support your business, community project or idea.
Agree to abide by the competition guidelines and understand that all judges' decisions are final.

Brand Pitch Location:

Liberty Square
1415 NW 63rd St. Miami, FL 33147

Please complete the form below to be considered

Name

First NameLast Name

Business/Brand Name

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Email

example@example.com

Website (Type N/A if not applicable)

Social Media Handles (Type N/A if not applicable)

Is your business currently operating?

Are you legally registered?

Business Industry

How long have you been in business?

If selected, how would you use the $500 Micro-Grant?

Describe your business or idea. 1.) What problem does your business solve? 2.) Who is your target audience? 3.) What makes your business different from others?

Tell us why your business deserves to win.

Please upload any photos related to your business or community project initiative.

Acknowledgement

Event Participation & Agreement: By submitting this application, I confirm that I am available to participate in the live Brand Pitch Competition on Friday, November 13, 2026, in Miami, Florida. I understand that, if selected, I will have approximately 3–5 minutes to present my business or brand pitch before the judging panel. I acknowledge that all judges' decisions are final and not subject to appeal. I also grant permission to photograph, video record, and use images or recordings of my participation for promotional, marketing, and media purposes.

Thank you for applying! We appreciate your interest and look forward to learning more about your vision. Selected finalists will be notified in October 2026 with details for the live competition. We can't wait to see the impact you'll create! Blessings!