The Henry Arnhold Fellowship 2026 is a prestigious, year-long opportunity tailored for entrepreneurial leaders—typically founders, CEOs, or Executive Directors—who are building innovative, scalable solutions in the fields of climate, conservation, and environmental sustainability. The programme is designed to support impact-oriented leaders who are developing bold ideas that can drive measurable, lasting change. Through a combination of funding, mentorship, and strategic support, the fellowship nurtures transformative leadership capable of reshaping environmental outcomes.
Programme Structure
Fellows selected for this highly competitive programme will engage in:
- Two intensive, week-long retreats dedicated to design thinking, strategy, and scaling.
- A year of structured work and personalised mentorship.
- A $100,000 unrestricted grant was awarded at the start of the fellowship.
- Potential for long-term funding through consideration in the Mulago Foundation portfolio.
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Fellowship Benefits
Fellows will receive:
- One year of hands-on coaching and guidance from experienced mentors.
- Access to a network of entrepreneurial leaders and sector experts.
- Support to refine, scale, and enhance impactful environmental solutions.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be the most senior decision-maker (e.g., CEO, Executive Director) in their organisation.
- Work full-time (at least 30 hours per week) with their organisation.
- Lead an organisation that is registered, or in the process of registration, as one of the following:
- An independent nonprofit (e.g., US 501(c)(3) or equivalent).
- A mission-driven for-profit entity (e.g., B Corporation, hybrid model).
- A fiscally sponsored project with plans for independent registration.
- Focus on solutions with the potential for exponential impact in climate, conservation, or environmental sustainability.
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How to Apply for the Henry Arnhold Fellowship 2026
Interested individuals must submit their applications by August 28, 2025, via the official application portal. This fellowship is highly selective and seeks visionary leaders who are committed to creating large-scale, sustainable, and systemic change.
For complete programme details and application access, please visit the official Henry Arnhold Fellowship page or contact the organisers directly.
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