Frequently Asked Questions

Purpose

• Why was the New Voices Fellowship Program launched?

Benefits

• What are the Benefits offered by the New Voices Fellowship Program?

Eligibility and Preferences

• What types of organizations should apply for the fellowship grant?

Application Process

• How is the application prepared?
• How should the organization go about selecting its Fellow?
• How might a Fellow candidate find an appropriate nonprofit organization to apply with?
• Can an organization nominate a previous employee, current staff member, or Board member as a New Voices Fellow?
• Can the organization recruit an individual who was born in another country?

Fellow's Role

• What type of role should the Fellow fill within the organization?

Mentor's Role

• What is the role of the mentor mentioned in the application form? How should an organization choose a mentor for the Fellow?

Salary

• How much salary support does the program provide?

Fringe Benefits

• What should the fringe benefits request include?

Professional Development

• What does the Professional Development account consist of?

Additional Financial Assistance

• How does the financial assistance part of the program work?

Overhead

• Does New Voices assist grantees with overhead expenses?

Selection Process

• What are the selection criteria for the awards?
• How does the New Voices program define "diversity"?
• What is the purpose of the selection committee site visits?

Addressing Challenges

• What if things don't work out? Can a Fellow drop out or be let go?

Start Dates

• When do the Fellowships begin?