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HU Empower Business Pitch Competition
Also known as: HU Empower, Howard Empower Pitch
Howard University · Washington, DC
Annual Howard University student business pitch competition, presented by the Howard University & PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship. Awards over $50,000 in funding to student entrepreneurs across diverse industries including cosmetics/beauty, fashion, tech, appliances/cookware, and food/restaurant.
Quick fit check
- No equity required
- Currently active
- Verified by research
Key numbers
Funding range
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Equity
None
Application
Annual
Institution Wide
Last activity
2026-03-25
High confidence
Details
- 2026: over $50,000 in total funding
- Open to all Howard University students
- Multi-industry participation
- Funding used for inventory, prototypes, IP protection, digital marketing, staffing
- Presented by the PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship
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News articles and official sources documenting HU Empower Business Pitch Competition at Howard University.
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