Last night, a packed house witnessed ten social entrepreneurship startups pitching for grand prize of $5,000.

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Crescent City Connections was then announced the winner of a $5,000 cash prize, pro bono technical assistance, and consulting through Propeller.

Founders Zach Cheney, Melissa Garber and Teddy Nathan said that the company’s current pilot program is designed to solidify their network of organizations and volunteers interested in using the platform that supports local nonprofits.

“From personal experience I know that there’s a demand for this,” Jacobs said while addressing Nathan.

Nathan said the $5,000 awarded to Crescent City Connections will go toward will getting new projects on board and taking the venture to the next level. The company wants to start small, with around 36 volunteer groups, but has plans to double in the next year.

Check out the full piece on CCC’s win here.