Judging Criteria:

Successful pitches will be those that best demonstrate the following:

• Social impact -- addresses and has a positive impact on an existing community need or local issue

• Feasibility -- could be reasonably implemented in the short-term

• Clarity -- clearly and logically presented

• Innovation - demonstrates a unique solution, or an existing solution in a unique way

• Bonus Points

  • “Wow” factor - passion, storytelling, and other intangibles that demonstrate a strong sense of connection to the project

  • Initiative alignment -- alignment with Gray Matter’s mission and priorities, being community-driven, sustainable, and encouraging the uplifting of the collective

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