The Orlando Magic Venture Challenge, powered by LEAD, invites the most promising Startups with applications in the sports and health industries to pitch for investment from the DeVos family and LEAD Venture Corporation, as well as commercial collaboration with the Orlando Magic.

What’s in it for Startups

The Orlando Magic Venture Challenge powered by LEAD is more than just funding—it's a game-changing opportunity for startups to accelerate growth and innovation.

Up to $750,000 in Investment Capital
Individual funding ranges from $50,000 to $200,000 for qualified startups.
Potential Commercial Arrangements
Work directly with the Orlando Magic and/or its affiliates.
Industry Access & Mentorship
Unlock invaluable guidance, connections, and advisory support.

What Startups need to know

Who Can Apply
Global startups in late pre-seed to seed stage with post-product solutions for the sports or health sectors (fan experience, player performance, operational efficiency, marketing, consumer health, etc.)
When to Submit
Send us your pitch deck any time from January 6 - March 5, 2025, for consideration.
The Review process
You can expect to hear from LEAD two weeks after submission; an invitation to the final pitch event will be sent in early March 2025.

Set at the Kia Center, home of the Orlando Magic, the main event will see up to 6 startups pitch their transformative solutions to a panel of decision-makers, vying for investment and the potential opportunity to secure commercial collaboration with the Magic and/or its affiliates.

In addition to the pitch, the event will provide the opportunity to network with: