Important Dates for Summer 2026 Future Leaders in Action Fellowship

The timeline below outlines key dates for the Summer 2026 FLIA Fellowship application and selection process. It is intended to give applicants a clear sense of what to expect. Please note that while we do our best to adhere to these dates, the timeline is subject to change based on program needs and partner availability. Any updates will be communicated promptly.

  
      Stage
      Date(s)
      Details
    
      Applications Open
      Monday, Februrary 16, 2026
      
      Priority Deadline
      Saturday, February 21, 2026
      Qualified candidates who submit their applications by this deadline will have access to early interview slots
    
      Application Deadline
      Sunday, April 12, 2026
      
      FLIA Interviews
      Early April
      FLIA staff will review all applications and invite selected candidates to participate in a virtual interview.
    
      Matching Period
      Mid-Late April
      FLIA will identify strong matches between Fellows and nonprofit grantee partners based on applicant strengths, interest areas, and project needs.
    
      Partner Interviews
      Late April-Early May
      Selected finalists will participate in a second-round interview with one or more nonprofit grantee partners. Final placements will be based on mutual fit.
    
      Final Decisions Sent
      By Mid May
      
      Fellowship Begins
      Monday June 1, 2026
      
      Fellowship Ends
      Friday,August 21, 2026