SparkUp Initiative Fellowship

1st Cohort of the SparkUp Initiative Fellowship

Meet our 2026 Fellows

We’re grateful to the incredible participants of the 1st Cohort of the SparkUp Initiative Fellowship for the energy, openness, and thoughtful discussions throughout our live sessions. It was inspiring to see such a diverse group of practitioners sharing real challenges, exchanging ideas, and learning from one another. Thank you for making the sessions engaging and meaningful. This is exactly the kind of community we hoped to build through SUI.

Applications for this year are now closed.Our selection process is currently underway.
We will announce the final cohort of fellows on 15 January.

Connecting Women-Led Organizations to Global Fundraising Skills and Community.

The SparkUp Initiative is a transformative capacity-building program designed to strengthen women-led organizations by equipping them with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to succeed in fundraising.

This global initiative supports women-led organizations across all sectors—whether you’re working in education, health, gender equity, environmental justice, economic empowerment, policy advocacy, indigenous rights, or any other field.

Program Overview

Through this initiative, you will:

  • Learn how to develop a strong fundraising strategy tailored to their organization
  • Build and refine impactful projects and fundraising plans
  • Gain practical skills in grant writing for international foundations and public institutions
  • Explore innovative approaches to crowdfunding and digital fundraising
  • Receive personalized mentorship and engage in peer learning with other fellows
  • Become part of a supportive, collaborative community of women leaders

This program is ideal for women-led organizations that are ready to grow their impact and strengthen their ability to access international funding.

Eligibility Criteria

The SparkUp Initiative is open to:

  • Women-led NGOs or grassroots organizations from developing countries in Asia, Africa, and smaller European countries
  • Organizations from any sector or thematic area
  • Both newly formed and well-established organizations are encouraged to apply

Fellowship Structure

  • Duration: 2 months of support
  • Format:
    • Online group sessions (interactive and participatory)
    • One-on-one mentorship with fundraising experts
    • Peer learning and exchange among fellows

Application Requirements

To apply for the SparkUp Initiative, please submit the following documents by 20 December 2025:

  1. Completed application form
  2. A one-page concept note describing a project or fundraising idea
  3. A current CV
  4. A signed letter confirming that the applicant holds a leadership role in the organization
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