Gratitude Network Fellowship Program 2026
Leadership Accelerator | Nonprofit Capacity Building • Children & Youth • Social Impact Scaling
The Gratitude Network
Global Fellowship Program for Social Impact Leaders
Supports high-impact nonprofits serving children and youth worldwide
Location: Global Fellowship (virtual)
Open to nonprofit leaders worldwide
The Gratitude Network Fellowship is a prestigious 13-month leadership development and organizational scaling program designed for nonprofit leaders driving impact for children and youth around the world.
Each year, only ~30 Fellows are selected from over 1,000+ global applicants.
The Fellowship strengthens both the leader and the organization, offering:
• Personalized executive coaching
• Strategic growth planning
• Leadership and team development
• Peer learning circles
• Access to a global network of social impact leaders
The program is ideal for organizations working in education, children’s rights, child health and wellbeing, or other youth-serving sectors. Fellows benefit from mentorship, curated resources, exposure to funders, and opportunities to scale their model sustainably.
Participants also join a lifelong global alumni network committed to advancing solutions for children and youth.
Eligibility Criteria
Who can apply:
• Founders, CEOs, Executive Directors, or senior leaders with strategic authority
• Leaders working full-time at a legally registered nonprofit or NGO
• Organizations serving children and youth in areas such as:
– education
– health & wellbeing
– children’s rights
– youth development
• Minimum of 2+ full-time staff (including the leader)
• Annual operating budget approx. $50,000 to $3,000,000
• Strong commitment to organizational growth and leadership development
• Ability to participate in English
• Global eligibility — applicants from any country may apply
Funding / Coverage
Gratitude Network Fellowship Support Package
(Non-financial Fellowship — Leadership & Organizational Growth)
• One-on-one Executive Coaching for the Leader
• Organizational Strengthening & Scaling-Up Curriculum
• Peer Learning Circles with other global leaders
• Access to webinars, masterclasses & workshops
• Team capacity-building opportunities
• Visibility within the Gratitude Network global community
• Access to curated grant and partnership opportunities
• Invitation to the Annual Gratitude Summit
Additional Notes:
• Approximately 30 Fellows selected globally
• Highly competitive; strong alignment with children/youth impact required
• No cash grant guaranteed — focus is on leadership & organizational acceleration
Program Level
• Leadership Fellowship (13 months)
• For nonprofit/NGO founders and senior leaders
Eligible Fields / Program Areas
Organizations serving children and youth in:
• Education & Learning
• Health, Nutrition & Wellbeing
• Child Rights & Safety
• Social-Emotional Development
• Youth Empowerment
• Community Development for Children
• Early Childhood Development
• Child-focused systems strengthening
20 februari 2026