Vogt Invention & Innovation Awards Demo Day 2026

The Community Foundation of Louisville’s Vogt Invention and Innovation Awards presents this year’s Vogt Awards Demo Day on Tuesday, November 17, at the Kentucky Derby Museum. The starting time for this event is tentatively 5:30 p.m. and is subject to change.

At this free event, six dynamic founders will take center stage to showcase their big ideas and innovative solutions in various industries. Since 2000, Vogt Awards recipients have demonstrated their worth as pioneering companies, impacting the local, regional, and national business community. This year's Demo Day is sponsored by Louisville Public Media.
The program is proud to have supported 114 companies to date with more than $4.3 million in grants in its 26-year history. Nearly 40% of funds have gone to support women or founders of color – highlighting that the Vogt Awards are a model for increasing access to capital and encouraging economic freedom. Learn about the program, recipients, and more at www.vogtawards.com.