Echoing Green
Social entrepreneur fellowship providing $80K funding and leadership development.
About
Echoing Green finds and invests in emerging social entrepreneurs with bold ideas for change. Their fellowship provides $80,000 in funding plus leadership development and network access.
Echoing Green is a premier fellowship program for emerging social entrepreneurs who are committed to creating bold, systemic change in the world. Based in New York, NY, Echoing Green identifies and invests in visionary founders tackling some of society's most pressing challenges across environment, education, health, poverty, equity, and mental health. The program provides fellows with $80,000 in funding to accelerate their social ventures, combined with comprehensive leadership development and access to an extensive network of mentors, investors, and impact-focused professionals. Over the course of 78 weeks, participants receive strategic guidance, skill-building workshops, and connections to resources needed to scale their impact. Echoing Green is ideal for mission-driven entrepreneurs who have identified a critical social problem and developed an innovative approach to solving it. The program emphasizes both the business fundamentals required to build sustainable organizations and the leadership qualities necessary to drive meaningful change. By combining capital with mentorship and community, Echoing Green empowers social entrepreneurs to transform their bold ideas into lasting impact on the communities they serve.
Program Details
Duration
78 weeks
Funding
$80K
Equity
No equity taken
Batch Size
~30 companies
Program Type
Fellowship Program
Focus
Social Impact - Environment, Education, Health, Poverty, Equity, Mental Health
Best For
Emerging social entrepreneurs with bold ideas for systemic change
Notable Alumni
Focus Areas
Impact Areas
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Echoing Green offer startups?
Echoing Green provides fellows with $80,000 in funding, 78 weeks of structured support, leadership development programming, and access to a network of mentors, investors, and impact leaders. The program is designed to help social entrepreneurs build sustainable ventures while creating systemic change in their focus areas.
What types of startups does Echoing Green accept?
Echoing Green focuses on social enterprises addressing environment, education, health, poverty, equity, and mental health. The program seeks emerging entrepreneurs with bold ideas for creating systemic change and demonstrated commitment to their mission, regardless of stage or sector within these focus areas.
Does Echoing Green provide funding?
Yes, Echoing Green provides $80,000 in funding to selected fellows. This capital is combined with leadership development and network access to support the growth and impact of social ventures.
How do I apply to Echoing Green?
Visit Echoing Green's website to review fellowship eligibility requirements and access their application portal. The program typically accepts applications during designated windows. Prepare information about your social enterprise, your team, and your vision for impact when applying.
Last updated: February 27, 2026