Ford Philanthropy Mobility Fellowship

The Ford Philanthropy Mobility Fellowship is an intensive venture and leadership development program designed to empower mobility and transportation-focused entrepreneurs and community leaders. This fully-funded virtual program aims to equip entrepreneurs with essential skills, hands-on experience, invaluable networks, and resources to drive transformative change in mobility innovation.

The program targets entrepreneurs in the "missing middle" stage--businesses that have moved beyond prototyping but still require support to achieve growth. Ideal candidates demonstrate proven product-market fit, measurable traction, and demonstrated social and business impact.

The 16-week virtual curriculum covers venture development, leadership skills, fundraising strategies, and ecosystem navigation specific to mobility and transportation innovation.

The mobility cohort focused on entrepreneurs improving access to transportation, transportation-enabled services, accessibility, and mobility-based businesses. Ford Philanthropy's mobility thesis is that transportation and technology can connect people to resources, services, work, education, healthcare, and opportunity.

Designed for Founders, Operators. The program is remote. Participation is generally part time.

Entrepreneurs building mobility and transportation solutions. Target stage: companies with proven product, traction, and measurable revenue and social impact. Beyond prototyping but pre-scale.

The admissions process is competitive, with a rolling application style. Candidates must submit a LinkedIn profile, a written statement, and participate in an interview. The program seeks entrepreneurs and community leaders with measurable impact and innovative mobility solutions.

• 16-week fully-funded virtual program
• Performance-based stipend (up to $6,000)
• Venture and leadership training
• Network access to mobility ecosystem
• Resource connections and mentorship
• Hands-on business development support

The program runs for 16 weeks, with a commitment of 8-10 hours per week. The next cohort begins on September 8, 2026, with a priority deadline for applications on July 26, 2026.

The fellowship has a strong track record, with alumni raising significant funding and creating jobs in their communities. The program aims to support scalable mobility solutions that address transportation access issues.