A great cloud of witnesses.
The Witness Foundation selects a cohort of 5 fellows who will receive $50,000 annually for each year of a two-year fellowship. In addition to funding, fellows receive training in leadership and a variety of professional skills. Fellows are paired with a mentor in a related field or with relevant experience who can aid in their personal, professional, and spiritual development. The goal is to financially support and build capacity for the next generation of Black Christian leaders in the racial justice movement.
Consider making a donation today, so we can make the work of The Witness Foundation Fellows a reality. All donations are tax deductible.
WHO IS THE FELLOWSHIP FOR?
Black Christian leaders with creative vision who refuse to choose between their faith and their culture.
TWF seeks funds Black Christian leaders involved in a variety of projects primarily focused around three core areas: Spirituality, Justice, and Awareness.
Specific examples of such ministries may include efforts to serve incarcerated people, develop theology from Black Christian perspectives, support Black mental health, increase Black literacy, or create startups such as podcasts, websites, magazines, and more. The Foundation does not currently fund church planting efforts.
OUR SELECTION PROCESS
Organizational alignment
To deliver social impact at scale, we’re looking for leaders who have a mission for the margins. Black communities have historically experienced disparities in healthcare, criminal justice, voting equity, education, and spiritual development.
Capability for growth
Persistence is our intention, never perfection. TWF is searching for organizations who know how to pivot when challenges arise and how to go high when resources are presented. We want to see your blue prints so they can be manifested with a solid foundation.
Readiness for acceleration
We are not an incubator, but we are here to make sure that justice is served for every Black-led organization by giving a running start and an equal playing field. We’re looking for clear objectives of improvement where sustainability can thrive.
The Application Process Is Now Closed.
Witness Fellows will be selected by early March 2021 and will be provided with training to guide mentees for the duration of the 2-year fellowship program. See our FAQ or email fellowship@thewitnessfoundation.co for more information.
Mentor the next generation
Transformation begins with relationship. We invite you to share your unique craft with a TWF Fellow to help launch their journey of transformation of professional development within sectors of social change.
This opportunity is voluntary and creates an opportunity for you or your business to partner with The Witness Inc.
Become a Mentor for the inaugural TWF Fellowship program to:
Give back to Black Christian leaders who help restore and uplift Black communities
Expose and dismantle systems that disenfranchise Black professionals in sectors of social good
Strengthen your community of mentors with colleagues from across the country
Share your professional network (influence)
Bring visibility to Black philanthropy