2021 Halcyon Incubator Fellowship for Early-Stage Social Entrepreneurs

2021 Halcyon Incubator Fellowship for Early-Stage Social Entrepreneurs

March 4, 2021

Deadline: April 9, 2021.

Halcyon Incubator Fellowship! Halcyon equips early-stage social entrepreneurs, like you, with the support needed to transform audacious ideas into scalable and sustainable ventures.

They do this by providing space, community, and access: The physical and mental space to focus on your venture. Connection to a community of entrepreneurs + world class-class experts. Access to a thriving innovation ecosystem and vital pro-bono resources.

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for the Halcyon Incubator, you:

Must be the CEO or primary decision-maker for the venture’s development and management
Must be able to make a full-time commitment to work on the venture during the five-month residency phase (September 2021-January 2022)
Must be able to postpone any undergraduate or graduate course work during the residency phase
Must already live or work in the U.S. or be able to obtain a visa for the residency phase
Must be fluent in English
Must be at least 21 years of age by the start of the program

To be eligible for the Halcyon Incubator, your venture:

Must be an original idea of the applicant(s)
Must be in startup idea, MVP, or pilot phase
Must have less than $500,000 annual revenue
Must be an independent or autonomous venture that is not under the direction of an existing organization
Must have plans for a sustainable business model to generate revenue by selling a core product or service
Can be a for-profit, hybrid, or undecided venture, as long as the core mission is to create measurable social change
Cannot be a 501(c)(3) non-profit venture
Can apply with up to two Co-Founders who meet the above eligibility requirements.

BENEFITS

Space-

The physical and mental space you need tofocus on your venture and achieve your full potential.

Five months of free housing at the historic Halcyon House in Washington, D.C.
Eighteen months of free workspace at Halcyon, followed by access to an affordable coworking space in Washington, D.C.
Shared meeting spaces, including formal board rooms, and creative spaces
The mental space to think, brainstorm, learn, and receive supportive feedback

Community-

The journey of an entrepreneur is long and winding. You will experience ups and downs; we understand that and are here to provide you with the support you need along the way. Halcyon fellows join a thriving community of inspiring creators, innovators, and changemakers.

Live and work alongside a diverse cohort of founders who quickly become consultants, confidants, and close friends.
Be welcomed into a community of 100+ Halcyon Incubator Fellows who have come before you, are cheering for you, and are prepared to shine a light on the path ahead of you.
Be paired with an experienced, industry-specific mentor, who provides weekly guidance, accountability to achieve goals, and support during the residency phase.
Be surrounded by opportunities to build your network and to nurture relationships with current and past Fellows, and Halcyon’s broader network, including world-class mentors, advisors, seasoned company builders, and leaders from across industries.

Access-

It takes a village to bring your innovation to life. We understand that.We connect you with the ecosystem required to build, grow, and sustain a social enterprise, including key partners to advise, directly support, and provide crucial exposure for your venture.

$10,000 stipend to cover living expenses at Halcyon during the residency phase.
Opportunities to present directly to ecosystem stakeholders, press, and potential funders at kickoff and final showcase events
Access to a wide range of innovators, influencers, and community figures through conferences and events
More/more than 100 hours of: