You’re the next generation of genius.

And those bright ideas in your brain deserve to see the light of day. In fact, they might just change the world.
That’s why we’re going all-in on innovation and backing future problem solvers like you.
(Yes, you!)

Got Big Ideas?

Great! We’re all ears.

Join the Mott Million Dollar Challenge — a pitch competition for kids and teens. This is the place where your best ideas come to life. 

Kids and teens grades K-12, from any U.S. state or the District of Columbia can enter solo or with a team of up to three. Just jot down your idea, record a simple 30-90 second video about it and submit by February 27th, 2026.

Kids and teens will compete for prizes throughout the competition, with a total prize pool of $1M.

Ready. Set. Grow!

Get your pitch in front of folks who can’t wait to hear what you’ve dreamed up.