We help nonprofits become

world-class storytellers.

We reward the very best stories with funding to support their mission.

No strings attached.

 

We’ve been working hard to help Central Florida.

SINCE 2016…

10 Years

Serving Central Florida

100+

Unique Applicants Per Year

175+

Community Evaluators Per Year

40+

Leadership Workshops for VCI Alumni

4 Million

Funds Distributed Since 2015

500+

Attendees at Annual Events

How Does it Work?

  • 1. Apply

    Nonprofits from Orange, Osceola, Brevard, and Seminole county apply to be selected into our highly coveted program.

  • 2. The Selection

    Hundreds of community champions review and score the submitted applications, selecting 10 finalists each year.

  • 3. Story Training

    Our 10 finalists undergo rigorous storytelling training and improve their abilities to communicate their vision.

  • 4. The Big Pitch

    The 10 finalists tell their story at a final celebratory breakfast in front of hundreds of potential volunteers, donors, and valuable connectors.

  • 5. Everyone Wins

    All 10 nonprofits go home with cash prizes, and audience members leave inspired by these 10 amazing groups serving their community.

2025 Finalists

2025 Victory Cup

VCI 2026 Application Opens September 2, 2025.  Follow us on social media for updates!

To apply you must be a registered 501c(3), headquartered in Orange, Osceola, Brevard or Seminole County and have a LIVE (editable/searchable) Nonprofit Search profile with Central Florida Foundation

Our 2025 Sponsors

  • Presenting Sponsor

  • First Place Sponsor