Congressional Hunger Center Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship Program 2026-2027 (With up to $50,000 in Funding))

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About Congressional Hunger Center Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship Program

During the 11-month fellowship, Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellows develop a deep understanding of effective solutions to hunger and poverty, and their own roles in achieving Zero Hunger in the United States. Following orientation and field training in Washington, D.C., Emerson Fellows spend five months with community-based organizations throughout the United States. In mid-February fellows return to Washington for a second placement with organizations and government agencies focused on national anti-hunger and anti-poverty policy. Throughout the fellowship, fellows hone essential skills and form a strong professional cohort through in-person trainings, retreats, and professional development sessions.

• Sponsor Organisation: Congressional Hunger Center

Benefits of Congressional Hunger Center Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship Program

• Emerson Fellows typically receive financial packages of no less than $50,000 over the duration of the fellowship.
• Emerson Fellows gain:

1.  Membership in a dynamic learning com munity of fellows
2.  Connection to an extensive network of alums, partners, and experts
3.  Experience working with community and policy leaders
4. Training, mentoring, and leadership development
5. Project management experience

Congressional Hunger Center Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship Program Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

• Commitment to ending hunger and poverty.

• Ability to adapt to new situations and think creatively.

• Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Lived experience with hunger/poverty or work in low-income communities is valued.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

• Enthusiasm for peer learning in a close-knit cohort.

Application Date and Process

Submit a single PDF containing three documents:

1. One-page resume.

2. One-page personal statement (values, experiences, skills, and professional goals).

3. One-page essay responses (two half-page answers):

   • How community work/life experiences shaped your perspective on hunger and poverty.

   • The role of government in addressing complex social problems like hunger and poverty.

Application Deadline

30 January, 2026

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