
Patton Foundation Awards Top Student Startups at UTC Business Pitch Competition
The Patton Foundation recently brought its Entrepreneurship Challenge to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Designed to inspire innovation and entrepreneurial thinking among Tennessee students, this "Shark Tank"-style competition awarded over $8,000 in grants to student-led startups aiming to make real-world impact.

The Patton Foundation Kicks Off 2025 with Entrepreneurship Challenge at Vanderbilt University
The Patton Foundation is thrilled to start the New Year with the highly anticipated Patton Foundation Entrepreneurship Challenge (PFEC), hosted at Vanderbilt University. Aimed at fostering entrepreneurial literacy and innovation among Tennessee’s youth, this "Shark Tank"-style competition offers students the chance to compete for grants of up to $5,000.
Spencer Patton and Patton Logistics, Inc. Honored at the 8th Annual INSBY Awards
Spencer Patton, Founder and President of Patton Logistics, Inc., was recognized as a 2024 INSBY Award winner at the 8th Annual INSBY Awards. This prestigious honor celebrates outstanding contributions to local business and entrepreneurship while highlighting companies that exemplify innovation, leadership, and community impact.


Patton Foundation Returns to APSU with "Shark Tank"-Style Grant Competition for APSU Students
The Patton Foundation is excited to announce the return of the Patton Foundation Entrepreneurship Challenge (PFEC) at Austin Peay State University (APSU) this fall. This competition is a dynamic "Shark Tank"-style series for Tennessee students, offering grant prizes of up to $5,000.





