Episodes

  • Fast Pitch Finale!
    Jun 7 2018

    This is it! The Top 8 presenters compete, winners are chosen, and Jason Elk and Jesse Betend break it all down.

    To watch full videos of all of the pitches visit svpchicago.org.

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    41 mins
  • Elimination Round
    May 1 2018

    We announce the top 8 finalists for the Fast Pitch showcase on May 8th as Jason and Alex recap the 3rd round eliminations.
    See the live pitches and support these 8 inspiring nonprofits on May 8th, 2018 6-8:30 pm @Uptake (600 W Chicago Ave).

    The Fast Pitch Showcase is May 8th at Uptake.

    Get your tickets now!

    Find out more about SVP Chicago: www.svpchicago.org

    SVP Chicago Fast Pitch is a production of SVP Chicago and Rivet360

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    56 mins
  • CodeNow's Fast Pitch
    Apr 13 2018

    On this episode, the pitch from Mike McGee and CodeNow.

    CodeNow empowers high school students to solve meaningful problems through coding -- by teaching them the tools to make the world a better place through technology, design and business


    Let's get to the pitch!

    The Fast Pitch Showcase is May 8th at Uptake.

    Get your tickets now!

    Find out more about SVP Chicago: www.svpchicago.org

    SVP Chicago Fast Pitch is a production of SVP Chicago and Rivet360

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    14 mins
  • Project Exploration's Fast Pitch
    Apr 13 2018

    On this episode, the pitch from Natasha Smith-Walker with Project Exploration.

    Project Exploration's mission is to make science accessible to the public—especially minority youth and girls—through personalized experiences with science and scientists.

    Let's get to the pitch!

    The Fast Pitch Showcase is May 8th at Uptake.

    Get your tickets now!

    Find out more about SVP Chicago: www.svpchicago.org

    SVP Chicago Fast Pitch is a production of SVP Chicago and Rivet360

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    9 mins
  • THRIVE's Fast Pitch
    Apr 13 2018

    On this episode, the pitch from Sandra Abrevaya with Thrive Chicago.

    Thrive Chicago organizes more than 600 individuals, representing nearly 200 organizations, committed to working together to support children on their path to adulthood and make systemic changes for Chicago’s youth.

    Let's get to the pitch!

    The Fast Pitch Showcase is May 8th at Uptake.

    Get your tickets now!

    Find out more about SVP Chicago: www.svpchicago.org

    SVP Chicago Fast Pitch is a production of SVP Chicago and Rivet360

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    8 mins
  • Sarah's Circle's Fast Pitch
    Apr 13 2018

    On this episode, the pitch from Katherine Ragnar with Sarah’s Circle.

    Sarah’s Circle is a refuge for women who are homeless or in need of a safe space. By providing life necessities, housing, case management, clinical and social services, they encourage women to empower themselves by rebuilding both emotionally and physically.

    Let's get to the pitch!

    The Fast Pitch Showcase is May 8th at Uptake.

    Get your tickets now!

    Find out more about SVP Chicago: www.svpchicago.org

    SVP Chicago Fast Pitch is a production of SVP Chicago and Rivet360

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    10 mins
  • MAPSCorps' Fast Pitch
    Apr 13 2018

    On this episode, the pitch from Andres Alvear with MAPScorp.

    In the digital world we live in, we rely constantly on online information like google maps. But often, those services are missing crucial information about where to go for the resources we need most. MAPSCorps engages youth to close the information gap in underserved communities, so people can access the resources every one of us need to do good, stay well and live long.

    Let's get to the pitch!

    The Fast Pitch Showcase is May 8th at Uptake.

    Get your tickets now!

    Find out more about SVP Chicago: www.svpchicago.org

    SVP Chicago Fast Pitch is a production of SVP Chicago and Rivet360

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    8 mins
  • New Moms' Fast Pitch
    Apr 13 2018

    On this episode, the pitch from Jenna Hania with New Moms.

    New Mom’s helps support, well, new moms, who are going through a huge life transformation. Young mothers and their children can find safe and stable housing, a path to employment, and the tools they need to learn and develop strong parenting skills, ultimately interrupting the cycle of poverty for not one, but two generations.


    Let's get to the pitch!

    The Fast Pitch Showcase is May 8th at Uptake.

    Get your tickets now!

    Find out more about SVP Chicago: www.svpchicago.org

    SVP Chicago Fast Pitch is a production of SVP Chicago and Rivet360

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    7 mins