Ford Fund Fellowship 2021

The Ford Fund Fellowship is a virtual program designed to equip 10 advanced social entrepreneurs with the skills, resources, and experience to scale the ventures and community initiatives they are building. Each Ford Fund Fellow will learn advanced skills in entrepreneurship and leadership, garner experience, and build a global network of Mentors, Master Course Teachers, and peers, as they lay the foundation to empower many more youth and transform their communities.

Each Fellow will receive $1,000 (USD) in Seed Funding to grow their ventures and initiatives.

This virtual program is for advanced, next-generation social entrepreneurs and community leaders building ventures that create impactful and scalable innovations. Ideal applicants will demonstrate a proven track record of innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership in their community.

We are looking for applicants from the following countries: United States, China, Mexico, South Africa, and Kenya.

You must be able to commit to the intensive 2-week Accelerator (July 19th – July 30th) and the part-time, year-long Fellowship program (July 2021-July 2022).

There is no cost to attend the program thanks to the generous support of Ford Fund. 

Click here to apply.