Kauffman Fellows Scholarship

In December 2024, venture capital (VC) and VC-adjacent professionals throughout the WNY entrepreneurial ecosystem were invited to apply to the highly coveted Kauffman Fellows Program. The two-year education program is designed to accelerate venture capital success for professionals who are rising in their VC careers.

Kauffman Fellows learn directly from renowned leaders in the VC world, gaining insights and strategies to become successful practitioners and changemakers in the industry. The program fosters lifelong relationships with a global network of peers, providing a powerful support system of like-minded individuals who are committed to advancing the venture ecosystem. The selection process is highly competitive, ensuring a cohort of the most promising leaders in the field.

For the first time, thanks to support from the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, scholarship funding was made available exclusively for WNY applicants who are accepted into the Fellows Program.

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