Bank of Montreal Fellowship 2025 | Fully Funded

Bank of Montreal Fellowship 2025 | Fully Funded for Entrepreneurs

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Overview of BMO Fellowship
Eligibility Criteria
Benefits
Application Process and Application Deadline

Are you an entrepreneur or leader working on environmental sustainability initiatives? The Bank of Montreal Fellowship 2025, powered by the Watson Institute, offers a unique opportunity for individuals from historically underserved communities to advance their ventures and contribute to solving some of the most pressing challenges of our time. This fully funded program is designed to support leaders focused on environmental and sustainability efforts, providing them with the tools, training, and mentorship they need to scale their solutions.

Program Overview: The BMO Fellowship is a 16-week virtual leadership program that includes a two-week immersive experience. Fellows will engage in weekly virtual workshops from March to June 2025 and receive ongoing entrepreneurial training. In addition, each fellow will have the opportunity to receive up to $6,000 in venture development stipends to support their sustainability-focused ventures.

This fellowship is perfect for those who are in the early stages of their ventures, particularly those in the problem-solution or product-market fit stages. It’s an excellent opportunity for BIPOC, women, or Indigenous entrepreneurs and leaders aiming to create scalable, sustainable impact in their communities.

Eligibility Criteria

Must be 18 years or older.
Ideal for entrepreneurs, small business owners, or nonprofit leaders with 1-5 years of experience in environmental and sustainability initiatives.
Focused on creating scalable social impact with proven products, traction, and revenue.
Ventures should be in the Problem-Solution or Product-Market Fit stages.
Commitment to the 16-week program and participation in virtual workshops.

Benefits

Fully funded program, with a stipend of up to $6,000 for venture development.
Additional $1,000 stipend for Basecamp.
Opportunities for leadership training, mentorship, and collaboration with other entrepreneurs.
Virtual training and pitch development, culminating in a Summit where fellows will present to funders and leaders.
Access to a supportive community of like-minded entrepreneurs and leaders.

Application Process

Wondering how to apply for the Bank of Montreal Fellowship Program? Click the ‘apply now’ button below to go to the application portal.
Before you apply, ensure you meet the requirements and criteria for this fellowship.
All applicants must apply online. The application will take around 45 minutes to complete.
Selected applicants will have to give interviews as part of the selection process.
Fellows will receive selection notification in February 2025.

Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for the BMO Fellowship is 19 January 2025.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply