CATALYST

Turning community challenges into solutions that work

Catalyst is a 9-week, in-person design lab and pitch experience for mission-driven leaders and social entrepreneurs working to address real community needs.

It’s built for people who clearly see a problem but need the time, tools and support to figure out what actually works.

Over nine weeks, participants test assumptions, refine their ideas and build solutions grounded in real-world insight. The experience culminates in a live pitch event, where participants present their solutions to a panel of judges on June 25 at the Salesforce Tower.

At the conclusion of the lab, a total of $100,000 in awards will be distributed to the top concepts, including $50,000 for first place, $30,000 for second place and $20,000 for third place, helping bring these solutions to life.

The result: practical, community-informed solutions with a clear path to greater impact.