Deadline Date: January 15, 2026
Halcyon provides a vibrant community designed to support impact-driven businesses and their founders by offering space, community connections, and access to key resources.
Through its fellowship programs and funding initiatives, Halcyon helps early-stage entrepreneurs scale their ventures while staying committed to measurable social and environmental impact. The programs are tailored to founders whose businesses are structured to make meaningful contributions toward global challenges, aligning closely with one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Fellows in Halcyon’s programs receive significant support to accelerate their growth. Each venture is granted $10,000 in Amazon Web Services (AWS) credits and a $6,000 equity-free stipend to help cover operational costs. Participants also benefit from workshops led by experts covering product-market fit, capital strategy, and leadership development. Access to professional advisors provides guidance on scaling, fundraising, and strategic planning, while networking opportunities with investors and stakeholders in climate-focused sectors further enhance the growth potential of participating ventures.
Beyond financial and advisory support, Halcyon fellows gain membership in a global community of over 600 founders. This network fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and peer learning, allowing founders to benefit from shared experiences and expertise. The program also offers continued benefits beyond the fellowship period, helping alumni maintain momentum and expand their impact over time.
Eligibility for Halcyon fellowships is focused on MVP-stage, impact-driven founders. Applicants must have a workable or saleable version of their business and operate a for-profit venture where social or environmental impact is integral to the business model. The program is specifically designed for startups that demonstrate the potential to create measurable progress toward meaningful global challenges while achieving scalable growth.
Overall, Halcyon offers a comprehensive support system that combines financial assistance, expert guidance, peer community, and lasting networks, empowering founders to grow ventures that are both profitable and transformative.
For more information, visit Halcyon.
