Louisiana Health Startup Prize 2026

About

A competition offering health-focused startups the chance to win cash prizes, mentorship, and investment opportunities while presenting their innovative solutions to a panel of judges. Participants will engage in qualifying events and network with industry experts to enhance their business prospects.

Benefits

• 💰Cash Prize
  $10,000 cash grand prize for each track
• 🎓Mentorship Access
  Access to mentorship and resources
• 💼Investment Opportunities
  Opportunity for investment from Startup Prize Investors
• 🎤Presentation Opportunity
  Finalists present to a panel of Investor Judges
• ✈️ Travel Stipend
  Reimbursable travel stipend for finalists
• 🤝Networking
  Networking opportunities with mentors and fellow entrepreneurs.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to health-focused entrepreneurs from anywhere in the world
• Early-stage businesses typically no more than 3 to 5 years old
• Must not have secured over $1M in equity-based capital
• Annual revenue must not exceed $2 million for the current year
• Companies must be independently owned and health-based in focus
• Eligible concepts include health devices, health services, therapeutic development, health technology, nutrition, preventive healthcare, and medical devices.

Participation Commitments

• Attend at least one qualifying event (virtual and in-person)
• Complete the Entrepreneur Portal application by 11:59pm CT on June 15, 2026
• Registration is free for both qualifying events
• Each startup may register no more than 2 attendees per qualifying event
• Finalists must present their business plans to Investor Judges.

Target Sector

Health and Medical Innovation

Target Location

Louisiana, USA