The City Fellowship at Company Ventures supports New York City-based social entrepreneurs. The 6-month fellowship is offered in partnership with NYCEDC to leverage VC networks acumen in support of historically marginalized entrepreneurs who are solving entrenched challenges for New Yorkers.
Donor Name: Company Ventures
State: New York
City: New York City
Type of Grant: Fellowship
Deadline: 11/30/2022
Details:
The program is focused on deep impact more so than the speed of growth or scale, with a commitment to economic equity and climate justice.
Fellowship Benefits
- NYC Government
- In partnership with NYCEDC, you will have support in navigating government piloting opportunities to introduce innovation and new technology at different city agencies.
- Venture Curriculum
- You will have access to monthly business development learning sessions with their investment team and network experts (ranging from sales strategy to innovation practices, growth marketing to team development).
- Fundraising Network Resources
- While they do not have any requirements regarding a company’s status/stage or fundraising objectives, they can provide you with venture advice where appropriate as well as introductions for alternative funding methods.
- The Company Community
- You will be able to interact with the startups and operators within the Company community (including their incredible Grand Central Tech cohort) and be invited to exclusive events/engagements.
- NYC Tech + Startup Ecosystem
- They will connect you with like-minded industry experts and corporate executives based on your goals and needs.
- North Star
- Based on their North Star Program developed for Grand Central Tech, they help you define a clear vision, mission and values, and deliver on the principles of sustainability and diversity, equity, and inclusion across your business operations.
- Workforce Development Opportunities
- They create on-ramps for first-gen students in NYC through internships and professional training in collaboration with the City University of New York and other NYC workforce development partners. You will have a chance to hire a fully-funded intern as part of their program.
Eligibility Criteria
- You are a NYC-based, tech-forward entrepreneur who is working to provide thoughtful solutions and improvements for the quality of life in NYC.
- You may be leading a for-profit or nonprofit, small business, or tech startup – all are welcome.
- Early stage operators are encouraged to apply – must show preliminary traction through revenue, fundraising, team development or other means.
- Preference for those who are doubling down on economic equity and/or climate justice.
- You are willing to commit to 5 hours each month for hybrid events, engage with their north star program focused on values-based leadership, and participate in our cuny internship program.
- Company ventures has partnered with NYCEDC and amazon to make this program possible.
For more information, visit Company Ventures.
