Beaverton Startup Challenge
Early capital, hands-on mentorship, and deep local connections to help founders build scalable companies.
Applications open through January 31, 2026.
NOW Accepting Applications
Open to scalable, investable startups across industries including:
Technology (software, hardware, AI-native, semiconductors)
Consumer Products & Brands
Manufacturing
Bio & Life Sciences
Clean Technology
Applications open through January 31, 2026.
Why Beaverton Startup Challenge
The Challenge is an annual funding competition designed to identify and invest in promising, scalable startups ready to take their next step. Operated by the Oregon Startup Center (OSC) in partnership with the City of Beaverton and the Westside Startup Fund, the Challenge provides capital, mentorship, targeted support and services to help establish traction and prepare for the next stage of investment.
For many founders, The Challenge represents their first institutional investment, unlocking credibility, momentum and access to further capital.
We’re looking for companies in the 0.5 to 1 sweet spot.
Your idea is validated, you have an innovative and scalable business model, and you're building traction on your way to a larger funding round:
For-profit, incorporated companies.
Concept to early revenue (less than $500k).
Must have C-level team members willing to attend programs at the OSC in Beaverton, Oregon once a month for 6 months.
Willing to be located in Beaverton, Oregon for 1 year.
What Winners receive
Capital Investment*
Founder friendly SAFE note
Mentorship & Programming
Dedicated 1:1 mentor relationship with one of our industry experts hand-selected to provide key experience and knowledge to the company.
6 months of expert led workshops.
Founder peer cohort and alumni network.
Resources & In-kind Support
Access to the OSC workspace, meeting rooms and event space (subject to availability).
Connection to trusted service providers for in-kind support.
Office hours advising.
Exposure
Demo Day showcase to investors and ecosystem partners.
On-going access to OSC’s investor and advisor network.
*Investment amount is to be determined. Historically the OSC targets $20,000 per winning company.
Ready to Build What’s Next?
Apply now. Build and Grow with us in Beaverton.
Applications open through January 31, 2026.