Prospective Fellows

    Built by founders like you, for founders like you.

    If you're building a business rooted in your community and the capital keeps landing everywhere except your inbox, this fellowship exists to change that.

    What you get

    Training

    Six months of investment-readiness curriculum built with practicing founders and investors.

    Mentorship

    1:1 matching with an advisor whose expertise fits your business stage and sector.

    Stipend

    Funding to cover your time in the program, so learning doesn't compete with keeping the lights on.

    Demo Day

    Direct access to a curated network of investors already looking for opportunities in your market.

    Ready to apply?

    Applications for our inaugural cohort are reviewed on a rolling basis.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Community-rooted entrepreneurs based in Jordan, Ukraine, or Sierra Leone who are building businesses that address real problems in their communities. We prioritize founders overlooked by traditional capital networks, including women founders.

    You should have a working product, service, or clear pilot, and at least one paying customer or a validated pipeline. You don't need to be revenue positive.

    Six months of structured training, 1:1 mentorship, a stipend to cover time spent on the program, and a Demo Day connecting you directly with vetted international investors.

    No. The fellowship is fully funded. We do not take equity in your business.

    Applications for our inaugural cohort open on a rolling basis. Join the newsletter to be notified the moment applications go live for your country.

    Core sessions run in English with country-specific cohort language support (Arabic, Ukrainian, and Krio) provided by local facilitators.
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