When you think of entrepreneurial dreams, they don’t always come plated with freshly made pasta or wrapped inside a children’s storybook. But that’s exactly what audiences were served in Episode 7 of Go Fund Yourself, where two standout companies, Want Italy and MVP Kids, stepped onto the Cheddar TV stage to share their visions and vie for support from the Titans.
This week’s episode showcased not just the ingenuity behind each venture but also the powerful promise of the Go Fund Yourself platform itself: national exposure, high-level mentorship, and the rare chance to attract investors who believe in bold ideas.
Bringing Italy to NYC: Want Italy
There’s pasta, and then there’s pasta made right before your eyes by chefs trained in the Italian tradition. Want Italy is redefining what fast-casual can be with its Pasta & Go concept at the Oculus in New York City. The experience is immersive: steaming dishes prepared on the spot, paired with espresso, plus curated retail items so diners can take a little Italy home.
The opportunity? A scalable model that combines food theater, retail impulse buys, and repeatable chef-driven experiences. Want Italy isn’t just another Italian joint in the crowded New York food scene, it’s a brand positioning itself to own the space between premium and fast casual. For investors, the upside lies in unit economics and brand loyalty; for customers, it’s about savoring the authentic flavors of Italy in minutes. Learn more about investing in Want Italy here.
Raising the Next Generation: MVP Kids
On the other end of the spectrum, MVP Kids is creating an entirely different kind of nourishment, feeding young minds with tools to build empathy, resilience, and character. With its Inspire Character product line, MVP Kids delivers social-emotional learning (SEL) books, puppets, and toolkits designed to help children understand emotions, practice kindness, and grow into strong community members.
The company has already built an impressive library of 77 titles, along with classroom and family toolkits. Partnerships with educators, schools, and retailers open multiple channels for impact. MVP Kids is a mission-driven venture that blends entertainment with measurable outcomes, tackling one of the most pressing issues in education today: preparing kids not just for tests, but for life. Learn more about investment opportunities for MVP Kids here.
The Value of the Spotlight
What makes Go Fund Yourself such a standout platform isn’t just the chance to pitch. It’s the rare combination of:
- Massive exposure: With the show airing on Cheddar, founders reach millions of viewers, customers, and potential backers.
- Investor connections: Through the Show, everyday investors can join the journey, giving startups the fuel they need to grow.
- Mentorship from Titans: Visionaries like Rory Cutaia, Jayson Waller, and David Meltzer don’t just critique; they guide. For any entrepreneur, that level of insight is priceless.
For Want Italy, it means scaling globally without losing authenticity. For MVP Kids, it means accelerating distribution so SEL tools reach the families and classrooms that need them most.
Why It Matters
In a world where startups compete for attention and funding, being featured on Go Fund Yourself is more than television, it’s validation. It’s an opportunity to tell a story that resonates with investors and audiences alike. Episode 7 proved once again that the show is more than entertainment; it’s a launchpad for tomorrow’s success stories.
If you missed the live broadcast, you can catch the replay here: Replay Link.
And if you’re an entrepreneur with a bold idea and the grit to make it happen, applications are open now: Apply Here.
Because as every founder on Go Fund Yourself quickly learns, sometimes all it takes is the right stage, the right mentors, and the right moment to turn a vision into reality.
Spencer Hulse is the Editorial Director at Grit Daily. He is responsible for overseeing other editors and writers, day-to-day operations, and covering breaking news.
