Venture for America Fellowship
Creating economic opportunity in emerging American cities.
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Overview
Venture for America (VFA) was a nonprofit fellowship program founded by Andrew Yang in 2011 with the mission to create economic opportunity in emerging American cities by training recent graduates and young professionals to work for startups.
Investment focus
Venture for America aimed to create economic opportunities in emerging cities by training young professionals to work in startups, addressing the need for entrepreneurial talent in secondary markets.
Program details
Designed for Students, Operators, Founders. The program is in person. Participation is generally full time.
Check if you are eligible
Check your eligibility for Venture for America FellowshipWhat came of it
VFA trained over 1,500 fellows who went on to work in various startups across 18 U.S. cities, contributing to the economic development of those regions.
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Questions about this program
How do I join the Venture for America Fellowship?
The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.
What is the format and time commitment?
The program is in person. Participation is generally full time.
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From public sources
What the sources say about Venture for America Fellowship
Ember’s own website says it is not sponsored or endorsed by Venture for America.
Source: emberfellowsThe alumni newsletter describes Ember as founded by former VFA team members and fellows.
Source: About - VFA + Ember Community NewsletterThe alumni newsletter reports that Ember Fellowship launched as of November 2025.
Source: About - VFA + Ember Community NewsletterVFA’s historical listing advertised entrepreneurial community programming and networking.
Source: PeduL | Venture for America - 2024 Venture For America FellowGoldseker describes leadership training as a benefit of VFA’s historical fellowship.
Source: Venture For America | Goldseker FoundationGoldseker describes VFA’s historical fellowship as offering mentorship.
Source: Venture For America | Goldseker Foundation
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