Eisner Prize Fellowship 2026-2027 for U.S. Leaders (Fully Funded)

The Eisner Prize Fellowship 2026-2027 offers a fully funded opportunity for individual leaders in the United States who have innovative ideas to connect young people and older adults for community change. This fellowship provides a total funding package of $50,000, including a $10,000 personal stipend and $40,000 to support your project. Participants will also benefit from a network of experts, mentorship, and an in-person kickoff event in Los Angeles.

This program is designed for social entrepreneurs, researchers, nonprofit workers, educators, and community builders who are passionate about intergenerational work. The fellowship encourages diversity and invites applications from young leaders, people of color, and those serving marginalized groups.

Applicants must be based in the United States and should have a project idea that connects generations. The project must be new or an expansion of an existing idea, with a budget of $40,000 and a timeline of one year. Candidates should demonstrate the skills and experience necessary to lead the project.

The fellowship provides a total of $50,000, which includes a $10,000 personal stipend and $40,000 for project funding.