Youth Pitch Event Planning Guide

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Plan and host a youth pitch competition, step by step

This guide gives you a month-by-month checklist and 13 editable templates for running a student pitch event, from inviting judges to collecting reflections afterward. VentureLab built it from years of running youth pitch competitions, and it works for a single classroom showcase or a citywide event.

Planning checklists

Detailed task lists keep you on schedule at every stage: 3-6 months out, 2 months out, 1 month out, 2 weeks out, 1 week out, 1-2 days out, Day of the event, After the event.

Editable templates

• Panelist invitation
• Guest invitation
• Invitation letter for schools
• Press release
• Social media posts
• Student permission form
• Photo release form
• Pitch event agenda
• Venture Bucks
• Pitch panel instructions
• Pitch rubric
• Pitch event slideshow
• Student reflection activities

Frequently asked questions

Who is this guide for?
Teachers, program coordinators, afterschool leaders and community organizers who want to host a pitch event for students in any grade.

How far ahead should I start planning?
The checklist starts three to six months before the event and walks you through each stage up to event day.

How do I get the files?
This is a digital product. After checkout, check your email for the link to download your files.

Can I use the templates for more than one event?
The VentureLab curriculum license explains how you can use the materials.

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