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Business Plan Competition – VETCON is sponsored by Veterans in Economic Transition Conference (VETCON) / New York State local partners. Hosted as part of the annual VETCON event, this business plan and pitch competition gives aspiring and early-stage veteran entrepreneurs the opportunity to present their plans to a panel of expert judges for non-dilutive cash prizes.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Aspiring or recently-formed veteran business owners. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows first place: $3,000; Second place: $2,000; Third place: $1,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Business Plan Competition – VETCON are due November 20, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Business Plan Competition – VETCON is funded by Veterans in Economic Transition Conference (VETCON) / New York State local partners. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New York. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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