Mona Vale, New South Wales, Australia
Purpose & philosophy
Spark Tank is a youth-led initiative inspired by the TV show Shark Tank. It provides a platform for young people to pitch innovative, purpose-driven ideas to a panel of expert judges in a live event format. The program is designed to foster youth empowerment, entrepreneurship and mental health awareness.
Contestants
CONTESTANTS WANTED 8-24 YEARS
We are looking for participants aged 8-24 who will get the chance to share bold, creative ideas on stage.
You will get mentoring, support and the opportunity to win great prizes to help make your idea happen.
(Winning Prizes for both age groups 8-16 and 17-24 years)
Key Dates
- Submissions open 02 Jun 25
- Submissions close 04 Aug 25
- Pitch at Spark Tank live on 11 Oct 25
Who can apply?
Anyone aged 8 – 24, in a team of 2 – 6 where at least one person on the team has faced a tough time. Spark Tank is about resilience and bouncing back!
(No need to share details — just your team needs to know.)
How it works
• Open to two age brackets: approx. 8–16 and 17–24
• Teams submit pre-recorded video pitches and present live on event night
• Judging criteria: Merit, Creativity, Community involvement
• All participants receive feedback
• Winners receive funding + 6-month mentorship
panelists - turn ideas into reality
Become a panelist
You will be part of the Spark Panel - local professionals who judge on the night and then mentors a finalist team for 6 months.
Key Dates
📝 Apply by 02 June 2025
🎤 Event: 11 October @ Pittwater RSL, Mona Vale, NSW, 2103
✅ Express Your Interest:
📩 Email: chris@sharethespark.org.au or dangar@sharethespark.org.au
Who are we looking for?
- Community-minded professionals with skills in business, tech, arts, social work, leadership, or education
- People who can offer guidance, encouragement, and a belief in youth potential
- Warm, supportive mentors who can commit to 6 monthly catch-ups (Nov–Apr)
What are your commitments?
✔️ Complete 2 x 2.5 hour short mentor training workshops
✔️ Help raise $1,000 via a ready-made crowdfunding page
✔️ Review submissions and provide feedback
✔️ Attend and judge at Spark Tank on 11 October 2025
✔️ Mentor your finalist team after the event
Help young adults bring inspiring ideas to life!
Guests - Support local Youth talent & innovation
🙌 WHY ATTEND?
- 🎤 Hear inspiring youth pitches
- 💡 Watch ideas turn into action
- 🎁 Support local talent & innovation
- 🎟️ Be part of something unforgettable
Sponsorship
Sponsors - We need your support to create long term impact!
Spark Tank is Share the Spark’s flagship youth event, a pitch night for young people aged 8–24, followed by a 6-month mentorship program. To deliver this event and its long-term impact, we are seeking financial and in-kind sponsorships.
Sponsorship helps fund:
- The Prize Pool (primary focus of this campaign). Note that all finalists will have cash prize allocated. Distinguishing prizes for winners are intended to be extra packages. Historically, these have been prizes such as in-kind donations of time from companies or marketing packages.
- Mentorship Program Delivery Not only will this help run management of mentorship for our normal mentorship delivery, it will concurrently support the management of mentors (panelists/judges) and mentees (finalists teams from Spark Tank 2025)
Contact Us
Have questions or want to learn more about our programs and services? Get in touch with us! Our friendly staff are always happy to help. 📩 Email: chris@sharethespark.org.au or dangar@sharethespark.org.au