VentureWell’s Ecosystem Futures Fellowship

The deadline to submit your application for VentureWell’s Ecosystem Futures Fellowship is only one month away.

Here are some helpful resources to support you in preparing a strong application:

Attend our final info session: If you missed our first info session, we encourage you to attend our final session tomorrow, September 25 at 12:00 p.m. ET.
Review the FAQs: Please review the FAQs thoroughly before submitting your application.
Learn about our inaugural fellows: Read about our inaugural cohort’s innovative ideas (and watch this feature from Old Dominion University) to hear how they’re advancing STEM innovation & entrepreneurship (I&E) at their campuses and how the fellowship supported their work.
Start your application: Save your progress and return to your application at any time.

All applications must be submitted by Friday, October 30, 2026.

General message:

Do you have exciting ideas to strengthen your research translation and innovation and entrepreneurship capabilities at your institution? Apply now for VentureWell’s Ecosystem Futures Fellowship, a one-year program for academic leaders to develop action plans to advance their goals.

Why Apply?

Funding: Secure $30,000 to support projects that expand ecosystem capacity
Training: Participate in leadership development activities
Supportive network: Join a collaborative community of STEM educators and innovators
Additional opportunities: Teams who complete the fellowship program are eligible to apply to our Ecosystem Futures Catalyst Grant for the chance to receive $85,000 and two years of strategic support to implement their projects.

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If you missed one of our information sessions, you can watch a recording to review FAQs, eligibility requirements, and tips for submitting a competitive application. All applications are due October 30, 2026.

Best regards,

Mike Brizek
Director, Programs, Higher Education Ecosystems
mbrizek@venturewell.org