Winners

EBPC participants join a diverse ecosystem of entrepreneurs and mentors to support them in launching their ventures—which means you don’t need to be a winner to win big. Explore how EBPC founders are leveraging innovation to advance teaching and learning for all learners across the education landscape.

Since 2010, the competition has awarded more than $2 million in cash prizes. Winners have gone on to secure more than $200 million in funding.

The finalists also received a portion of $50,000 in Amazon Web Services credits and $1,500–2,000 cash each from Catalyst @ Penn GSE.

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2025 Winners

  • $40,000 Michael & Lori Milken Family Foundation Grand Prize; $5,000 Audience Choice Prize presented by EdSales Elevation Experience

    Rézme

    Rézme is a compliance software platform that breaks down barriers keeping justice-impacted individuals from jobs, housing, and education. Founded by Jodi Anderson Jr., who experienced these challenges firsthand, Rézme automates fair chance hiring compliance, educates employers on legal responsibilities, and empowers job seekers to leverage their rights. With major partnerships and AI-powered tools in development, Rézme is building a more inclusive economy where talent is not defined by a record.
    Founder: Jodi Anderson Jr.

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  • $25,000 Flexion Prize

    College Contact

    College Contact is a platform that simplifies and personalizes the U.S. college application process for underrepresented students. By providing tailored guidance, streamlined tools, and accessible resources, it helps students navigate complex admissions systems and reach their dream schools.
    Founder: Sophie Smith

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  • $10,000 Institute for Education Innovation Prize

    Enlightapp

    Enlightapp is a peer-to-peer learning platform that makes knowledge more accessible by connecting students with short-form, relatable educational content. By combining AI-powered search with bite-sized video lessons, it enables learners to gain insights from people with shared experiences.
    Founder: Dieumerci Christel

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