Ashoka Fellowship

Funding: Living stipend (amount varies by country/circumstances) for up to three years to allow the fellow to work full-time on their idea, Funded; exact figure not standardized, verify current terms on website. Who can apply: Open to social entrepreneurs in any field (human rights, environment, education, health, economic development, etc.) who have an original systems-changing idea and are leading an initiative to implement it. No degree, age, or nationality restriction; both self-nomination and nomination by others are accepted. Fits graduate students and early-career professionals who are already leading a venture or initiative. Length: Lifetime fellowship designation; direct stipend support typically up to 3 years.