LaunchKC Liftoff: Revealing our 2026 Grant Recipients

About the Event

Every year, LaunchKC searches nationwide for innovative, early-stage tech startups looking to build their business in Kansas City, Missouri. After reviewing more than a hundred applications, we have selected the best businesses to be a part of our 2026 cohort.

Join us as we announce the amazing entrepreneurs who will enter our 8th class of grant recipients. We will have great food and cocktails provided by J. Rieger Distillery and provide you the opportunity to connect with our new cohort as well as our incredible entrepreneurial community. This event marks the exciting kickoff of another great Global Entrepreneurship Week in Kansas City!

What to expect

4:30 pm - Networking, food, & drink

5:30 pm - Revealing our 2026 cohort

6:00 pm - Meet the new class of grant recipients and resume networking, food, and drinks

About LaunchKC
LaunchKC is a nonprofit initiative brought to you by the Downtown Council of Kansas City and the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City. We're dedicated to supporting early-stage tech startups to grow in Kansas City, Missouri. Our program includes a $60K grant, mentorship from industry experts, a year of free office space in Downtown Kansas City, and educational programming.

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