The Ford Fund Fellowship 2024 for Social Entrepreneurs

  The Ford Fund, which is the philanthropic arm of the Ford Motor Company, is organizing a fellowship for social entrepreneurs. In light of this, it is calling on qualified social change-makers and community leaders to apply for a place in the program. Persons who are accepted into the fellowship stand a chance of receiving a share of $40,000 in stipends. That’s in addition to training and insights that will enable them to succeed in their quest to achieve positive outcomes within their domains.

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Fellows will also gain access to valuable networks and resources, and get the chance to pitch their ventures and solutions to leaders, funders, and high-level executives. The program is virtual and is financed by the Ford Fund.

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Benefits

This program offers its participants the following benefits:

• Take part in weekly virtual workshops and attend localized gatherings where possible
• Learn data and metrics, go-to-market, funding, team management, and pitch
• Meet and engage renowned leaders, entrepreneurs and practitioners, and get mentored by them
• Pitch to leaders and funders
• Get a share of the $40,000 in stipends available through the program

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Eligibility

The fellowship is open to persons who meet these criteria:

• Be a social entrepreneur or community leader who is committed to driving positive change in your community
• Heading and leading a social impact venture or community, especially in the areas of mobility, transport, or accessibility
• The venture should be in the problem-solution fit or product-market fit phases

Persons who want to apply for this opportunity can do so HERE. Featured Image Source: Intel Region

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