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Yale Innovation Summit

Also known as: Yale Ventures Innovation Summit

Yale University · New Haven, CT

Connecticut's biggest entrepreneurship event, convening innovators, investors, and industry leaders. Features multi-track pitch competitions, panels, and networking. Organized by Yale Ventures.

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Quick fit check

  • Offers direct funding
  • No equity required
  • Currently active
  • Verified by research

Key numbers

Funding range

Up to $400,000

Cash Award, Non Dilutive

Equity

None

Application

Annual

University Wide

Last activity

2026-05-01

High confidence

Application and Timing

Applications for 2026 pitch competitions open March 9, materials due April 17. Additional award opportunities open April 1.

Participants

Startups founded by Yale faculty, students, alumni, and Connecticut innovators. Investors, corporates, economic development agencies, ecosystem partners.

Funding and Equity

~$400,000 in prizes and awards in 2026, including ~$240,000 in a Yale & CT award pool. Non-dilutive awards.

Recent Activity

  • 2024: Set attendance record with 2,200+ participants
  • 2026: ~$400K in awards across multiple tracks
  • Described as Connecticut's biggest entrepreneurship event

Known Startups or Winners

Recorded on Yale Ventures site per year.

Verification Gaps

  • Full winner lists by track not aggregated in single source
  • Equity deals resulting from summit connections not tracked
Additional research notesShow

Evidence

Yale Innovation Summit official page.[1] 2024 record attendance article.[2] 2026 awards page.[3]