We cultivate emerging leaders through partnerships with youth-oriented nonprofits.
Emerging leaders, known as fellows, are placed with a youth-oriented nonprofit, where they develop critical leadership and work skills through program development and program support.
Partner
We partner with youth nonprofits across the country.
Champion
We place fellows with our partners to champion a youth program.
Connect
We work closely with fellows throughout the program and connect them to a network of peers, mentors, and resources.
Thrive
Fellows move beyond the program with continued resources and support through our alumni network.
Fellow Stories at the Forefront
Featured
In this powerful blog, fellow Aura Valdez shares her experience with imposter syndrome and how her fellowship with FLIA and Start Lighthouse helped her overcome it. The article includes the author's beautiful, original artwork