The SBDC at LCCC, in partnership with Huntington Bank, invites Lorain County small businesses to apply for a high-impact pitch competition focused on product and market development.
Donor Name: Huntington Bank
State: Ohio
County: Lorain County (OH)
Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes
Deadline: 09/19/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year
Details:
Whether you’re creating something new, scaling a service, or launching into a fresh market — this is your chance to compete for funding that can help turn vision into reality.
Prize Information
$10,000 in Total Prizes
- 1st Place – $5,000
- 2nd Place – $3,000
- 3rd Place – $1,000
Project Period
You must have been operating for at least 6 months.
Funds can be used for
Funds are intended to support business growth, such as:
- Product prototyping or manufacturing costs
- Equipment purchases
- Market testing or pilot programs
- Packaging, branding, or initial inventory
- Consulting or technical services (design, engineering, etc.)
Eligibility Criteria
- Located in or owned by a resident of Lorain County
- Operating for at least 6 months
- Annual revenue of $1 million or less
- Pursuing a new product, service, or market opportunity
- Participation in SBDC Business Advisor sessions required
Judging Criteria
Judges will evaluate based on:
- Clarity and feasibility
- Potential for growth
- Use of manufacturing or product development
- Business impact
- Presentation quality
For more information, visit Huntington Bank.
