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Vogt Awards - Community Foundation of Louisville : Community Foundation of Louisville The Community Foundation of Louisville’s Vogt Invention & Innovation Awards is celebrating its 26th year. Since 1999, the Vogt Awards has offered entrepreneurs in the Louisville region a unique and exciting opportunity to take their businesses to the next level.
Each year, up to six early-stage businesses receive $25,000 in non-dilutive grant funding, participation in a 10-week startup accelerator program, coaching, mentorship, strategic introductions, and recognition, all designed to boost the growth of their business. Unlike other business accelerator programs, the Vogt Awards allows founders to retain full ownership of their businesses.
This year’s Vogt Invention and Innovation Awards application is closed. Stay tuned for an announcement about this year’s 2026 cohort selection in August 2026. These six early-stage businesses were selected as the recipients of the 25th Vogt Invention and Innocation Awards.
In addition to receiving non-dilutive grant funding, they participated in a 10-week accelerator program, receiving coaching, mentorship, strategic introductions, and other valuable resources to grow their new businesses. Learn more about our 2025 recipients. The Tremendous Legacy behind the Vogt Awards The Vogt Invention & Innovation Fund and Awards is celebrating its 26th year.
Established in 1999 through an endowment generously created by Henry V. Heuser Sr., this long-standing and prestigious program aims to strengthen Louisville’s economic health by supporting innovative businesses and inspiring entrepreneurship. It’s an incredible story of generosity supporting a long-term vision that benefits economic development in our community.
Learn more about the legacy behind the Vogt Awards . Frequently Asked Questions We're here to answer your questions! Program Director, Vogt Awards [javascript protected email address] Program Officer, Impact Investing [javascript protected email address]
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Early-stage businesses and startups in Louisville, Kentucky. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $25,000 (with potential additional $25,000 from program partners). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Vogt Invention and Innovation Awards are due September 30, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Vogt Invention and Innovation Awards is funded by Community Foundation of Louisville. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Kentucky. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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