Have any q's we didn't cover? Email our team: hello@foundersfund.ca

Pitch Fund FAQ's

Who can apply for pitch funding?

Women* founders who owns at least 50% or more of their business. Finalists will be asked to provide supporting documentation.

While we largely support Canadian founders, Funding is currently open up to any applicant, globally.

*When we use the term ‘women,’ we refer to all individuals who identify as women. This includes women of colour, transgender women, and women with genderdiverse identities, including non-binary and gender non-conforming women (as we know that gender is fluid and can change throughout one’s lifetime).

To learn more about our community click here.

When do applications close?

APPLICATIONS CLOSE OCTOBER 3rd at 11:59pm EST.

What is the scoring criteria?

2 Minute Pitch Criteria: Your two (2) minute video pitch will be scored on:💫 Confidence in delivery

🌎 Clearly defined business purpose/value

🎤 Why you? Why now? (Why are you the best to founder to lead your business objectives and goals)

👥 How are you/the business are embracing uncertainty, technology AND/OR a human centred strategies in your business.

🚀 Future opportunities for business that the funding will support

Each category is weighted evenly, for a total of 10 points. Final scores will not be disclosed, however, feedback is a gift! If our selection committee left feedback, we will share it with you at your request.

How do I submit my pitch?

Simply submit your 2 minute pitch after filling out application. Pitches should be:

-No more than 2 minutes long, anything longer will be disqualified.

-Ensure video is uploaded to youtube as an 'unlisted' video

-Submit youtube link at the end of your application

Need general pitching support? Have questions about the application? We're here to help guide you.
➡️ Watch last years support session!

➡️Email our team: Hello@foundersfund.ca

➡️ Book 1:1 time with a Pitch Mentor(Coming soon!)

*We recommend filming your video horizontally vs vertically as it will likely be viewed on a wide screen. For more simple yet effective filming tips, we recommend reviewing this guide. 

Do you have examples of pitches?

We sure do! Click below to watch a few:

LoHN Candles
Mintier
Mynt Digital Branding
Inoki Bathouse

Listen to some of last years pitches:

Our Pitch Event Partners:

  • “Powered by Tease, Founders Fund was created out of the community and support that I personally longed for as an early stage woman entrepreneur who was seemingly facing endless barriers to access the resources, funding, and network to grow my business successfully. Part of my lifes work is making these these things more accessible for the next generation of successful women founders"

    -Sheena Brady,

    Founder of Tease

    & Founders Fund

    visit tease 

  • “By supporting youth entrepreneurs in their early stages, Futurpreneur plays an important role in empowering them to realize their dreams. Which is great for Canada, because these entrepreneurs are launching sustainable main street businesses in communities of all sizes and in every province and territory – exactly what Canada needs for long-term economic development."

    -Karen Greve Young,

    CEO of Futurpreneur

    visit futurpreneur 
1 2

Meet our Previous Funding Recipients:

View all
1 3
View all

Have Questions or Need Support? Send us an email:

About Founders Fund:

Founders Fund is a virtual community hub powered by Tease for founders seeking barrier free funding, education and mentorship.

We support diverse women founders during every stage of their growth. Started by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, we believe we don’t need one company or one person to make a difference but we need thousands.

LEARN MORE