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Mountaintop International is currently accepting applications for its Emerging Leaders Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Mountaintop Emerging Leaders Fellowship is a one-year program for the world’s most promising emerging leaders who are committed to driving systems change in lower-income communities around the world.
Selected Fellows receive comprehensive support throughout the fellowship year, including:
A fully funded two‑week residential Leadership Institute in Nairobi, Kenya, covering flights, visa costs, accommodation, meals, local transportation, and program activities.
Access to expert advisors and leadership coaching with our team.
Project guidance and structured reflection throughout the year.
Access to competitive micro-grants, such as Catalyst Funds of up to $1,000, to support project needs.
Increased visibility for their work through Mountaintop platforms and networks.
Access to the Mountaintop global community of Fellows, alumni, and partners.
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be considered:
You are the Founder, Co-founder, Executive Director, or a senior leader with primary decision-making responsibility for a nonprofit organization or community-based organization.
Your organization has been operating for at least three years.
Your work is focused on serving severely under-resourced communities.
You have a clearly defined project or initiative that you are leading, with specific goals and activities.
You are committed to leading your organization and serving your community for the long-term.
In addition, applicants must be:
Able to commit full-time to their fellowship project during the fellowship year.
Available to attend a fully funded two-week, in-person Leadership Institute in Nairobi, Kenya in October 2026
Selection Criteria
Beyond eligibility, we look for leaders who demonstrate:
A strong track record of responsibility, initiative, and follow-through.
Evidence of learning through experience, including navigating challenges and constraints.
Clarity about the problem they are working on and why it matters
Willingness to reflect, grow, and engage openly with peers.
Apply for Mountaintop International Emerging Leaders Fellowship
