Watson Institute BMO Fellowship

“The BMO Fellowship is a fully-funded venture and leadership program designed to provide comprehensive support to highly promising, diverse environmental sustainability entrepreneurs and leaders. It offers award-winning training in entrepreneurship, sustainability, and leadership to help advance their environmental sustainability-focused ventures and actively contribute to solving their communities’ most pressing challenges. This Fellowship is specifically intended for individuals from historically underserved communities who possess lived experience with the challenges they are determined to address.”

FAIT (Foreign Affairs IT) Fellowship

“If you want to use your tech skills to make a difference, see the world, and experience different cultures, the Foreign Affairs Information Technology (FAIT) Fellowship is an opportunity of a lifetime.

Funded by the U.S. Department of State, this two-year Fellowship program is a path to a career in the Foreign Service by providing academic funding for an IT-related degree, internships, professional development and mentorship – culminating in an appointment in the Foreign Service as a Diplomatic Technology Officer (DTO).”

Equitech Futures Civic Tech Institute

“A 10-week program for recent graduates and emerging leaders in the social sector - governments, nonprofits, and social enterprises - to practice the data and technology skills critical to achieving impact at scale. Our project-based curriculum, anchored in small-group learning, provides a foundational understanding of data science and AI tools as applied to public health, climate change, and networked societies.”

HubSpot Academy (Free Courses & Certifications)

“Stay sharp. Learn the latest business trends from leading experts.”

Gener8tor upskilling

“A virtual skills training program where participants of small cohort-based groups receive one-on-one support to achieve their goals.”

Microsoft for Startups

“Designed for founders that are ready to start their business, Microsoft for Startups provides benefits and support that help you build the best big idea.”

Google’s Women techmakers

“Google’s Women Techmakers program provides visibility, community, and resources for women in technology.”

wesolv

“WeSolve provides opportunities for professionals to develop and leverage their talents by solving real challenges for some of the world’s leading organizations. We then provide companies with in-depth performance analysis of each candidate, enabling them to reduce bias in their hiring process and uncover top talent.”

ohio tech-cred

“TechCred helps Ohioans learn new skills and helps employers build a stronger workforce with the skills needed in a technology-infused economy.”

Global Entrepreneurship Network

“The Global Entrepreneurship Network operates programs in 200 countries aimed at making it easier for anyone, anywhere to start and scale a business.  

By fostering deeper cross-border collaboration and initiatives between entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, policymakers and entrepreneurial support organizations, GEN fuels healthier start and scale ecosystems that create more jobs, provide education, accelerate innovation, and strengthen economic growth. “

coLab - ai product management training

“Apply for $10k scholarship

Get hands-on training, mentorship, and job placement opportunities in Product Management.”

ZenBusiness Grant Program

“Grantees will receive $5,000 to help grow their business, along with access to eligible ZenBusiness products and services available at the time of the grant disbursement. If you meet our eligibility requirements, you can apply to become one of our monthly grantees. Take the opportunity to get the support you need to elevate your business. Join us in our mission to empower small business owners like you and apply today!”

HAcking the Workforce

“Unlocking Economic Opportunity with Cybersecurity

We increase economic outcomes and diverse perspectives through Inclusive Mentoring and Registered Apprenticeships.”

Builders + Backers

“In just two days, the Idea Challenge will empower you to unleash your entrepreneurial spirit and take meaningful action. Whether you're new to entrepreneurship or seeking to refine your skills, this transformative workshop and competition provide the perfect platform for collaboration and growth.”

Verizon Wireless Digital Readiness

“Find free courses, mentorship, networking and grants created just for small businesses.”

Hersuite spot her rise microgrant

“The HerRise MicroGrant, providing $1,000 each month, is available to under-resourced women, including women of color entrepreneurs, across a variety of industries. Your business must be:

• 51% owned by women 

• Currently registered in the US

• Less than $1 million in gross revenue”

Google Product Inclusion & Equity SumMIt

“Google is hosting their second Product Inclusion & Equity Summit on April 10-11th, 2025 in Sunnyvale, CA. The summit will bring together students and professionals from across industries and areas of study who are committed to creating products that are inclusive and equitable for everyone.

The Product Inclusion & Equity Summit is a multi-day experience where students and professionals will learn from experts and leaders across various industries on how to build with equity at the forefront.”

ICMA City-County Management Sr. Fellowship

“Many military installations operate as small towns or cities with many of the same challenges and opportunities as their civilian counterparts. ICMA is partnering with the Army to prepare individuals to manage military installations through a city-county management fellowship.”

Small Certified Supplier Innovative Finance Program

“As part of our mission to support diverse-led certified suppliers with access to capital, resources and connections, Founders First Capital Partners has joined the Initiative for Inclusive Entrepreneurship (IIE). The Supplier Innovative Finance Program is designed to engage diverse suppliers in educational funding readiness training and funder matching to support capacity building.”

peerless pitch competition

“In partnership with Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT), PEERLESS elevates exceptional founders from their earliest days through ongoing mentorship, intentional networking, and a $1M investment from AlleyCorp. Our goal is to create a more innovative and equitable venture ecosystem that scales the best ideas from founders of all backgrounds.”

VentureWell E-Team Program

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“The E-Team Program, part of the VentureWell Accelerator, supports student ventures as you embark down the path you’re likely to take as an innovator and entrepreneur. We help you advance your invention through a powerful mix of up to $25,000 in grant funding, entrepreneurship training, mentorship by dedicated staff, national recognition, and networking with peers and industry experts.

Do you have an idea that can change the world? Every year, we award over $800,000 in non-dilutive E-Team grants to early-stage innovator teams that develop scalable innovations which aim to solve a large social, health, or environmental challenge.”

boundless futures foundation

“Boundless Futures Foundation’s grants to businesses are awarded directly to female entrepreneurs who put social impact front and center in their business products or practices. We look at a society’s biggest issues and believe in the power of entrepreneurs to provide solutions by going above and beyond “business as usual” to create impact through profit and purpose — to solve a problem, improve on the status quo, or give back in an intentional way.”