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NYC Founder Fellowship

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A free fellowship for early-stage New York City founders from underrepresented backgrounds, providing mentorship, curriculum and investor introductions. Cohort sizes and any stipend vary by round.

Funder

New York City Economic Development Corporation

public · city

Deadline: One call a year

Your odds
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Effort
quick

Quick — mostly identity and bank details.

Who can apply

Founders must be based in New York City. Programme prioritises Black, Latino and women founders and founders from low-income backgrounds.

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Source. https://edc.nyc/

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