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MN Cup is the largest statewide startup competition in the country.

We are a startup competition and hub to connect Minnesota’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. We aim to create jobs and grow our state's innovation footprint.

MN Cup competition benefits:

  • $500,000+ in available seed money
  • Mentorship opportunities with industry leaders
  • Exclusive event access
  • Business plan feedback
  • Networking opportunities with potential investors
  • Media exposure 

Startups compete in one of the following divisions:

  • Education & Training
  • Energy/ Clean Tech/ Water
  • Food/ Ag/ Beverage
  • General
  • High Tech
  • Life Science/ Health IT
  • Impact Ventures
  • Student (current undergrad and graduate students)
  • Youth (18 and younger)