For leaders on the front lines of climate and conservation work, securing the right support to scale a big idea can be the greatest challenge. The Henry Arnhold Fellowship Program, offered by the Mulago Foundation, is a premier opportunity designed to meet this exact need, providing a $100,000 unrestricted grant to innovators with promising solutions.
This Henry Arnhold Fellowship Program is designed for “impact-obsessed” individuals who are pioneering effective ways to protect nature, slow down climate change, or help communities adapt to our new climate reality. It is a call to action for founders ready to take their solutions to the next level and achieve significant, lasting impact.
The Henry Arnhold Fellowship Program is not for ideas on paper, but for dedicated leaders already in the field. Ideal candidates for the Henry Arnhold Fellowship Program are founders in the most senior role of their organization, whether it is a non-profit or a for-profit entity. Applicants must be working on their solution full-time, and their organization should already be up and running, even if it is in its early stages. This focus ensures that the support is directed toward individuals who have a demonstrated commitment to their venture and are poised for growth.
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While the financial support is significant, the fellowship offers much more than just funding. Fellows receive comprehensive support designed to sharpen their strategy and scale their impact. This includes two intensive, week-long in-person workshops focused on design for impact and strategy for scale, as well as dedicated coaching throughout the year. Furthermore, participants become part of a powerful community of innovators and gain access to the Mulago Foundation’s team and network of advisors.
The application and selection process is thorough and begins with a brief application, with a deadline of August 28. The foundation’s sourcing period runs from July to August, often relying on referrals to find promising candidates. A multi-stage screening process takes place from September to January, with the final selection of approximately 10 fellows occurring in early 2026. The fellowship program officially begins in June 2026, including the two week-long retreats. This is a rare and valuable opportunity for founders to get the unrestricted funding and strategic support needed to turn a great climate solution into a global force for change.
