A paid fellowship for emerging leaders in social entrepreneurship, economic development, and the nonprofit sector. Fellows commit 20 hours a week from November 5, 2026 through June 30, 2027, work directly with the founder and team, and receive an $8,000 stipend on successful completion. Focus areas include leadership development, strategic planning, program design, research and data analysis, and community engagement.
Why I recommend it: Free to apply and it pays you — a rare combination. Read the time commitment honestly before applying: 20 hours a week for eight months is a real obligation alongside school or another job. Dates and the stipend amount are taken from their page as of September 2026; confirm both with the organization before you plan around them.
A research-based capacity-building organization in the Pittsburgh region working with nonprofit leaders, founders, artists, institutions, and funders to advance equity. Its programs include the Social Impact Fellowship, the Transformative Leader Program, the SCALE Fellowship, a Creative in Residence program, and a nonprofit accelerator, plus an impact report and published stories.
Why I recommend it: Browse their programs page first — most of what is useful to an individual is a cohort program with an application, not a self-serve resource. Strongest fit if you are building a nonprofit or social venture in or near Pittsburgh.
